Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Tacoma, WA
Aptiva Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,630/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,027/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,603/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- Cancelation protection
- Medical benefits
Description
ICU/PCU RN – Tacoma, WA
St. Joseph Medical Center
- 13 Weeks | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts
- Start: 10/26/2026
- Guaranteed: 36 hrs/week
- Openings: 5
- Experience: 2+ years
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS (AHA)
- Charting: EPIC
- Unit: Primarily PCU with float to ICU
- Ratios: ICU 1:1–1:2 | PCU 1:3
- Drips: ICU-level drips; PCU includes Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Heparin
- Vents: ICU yes; PCU no
- Floating: ICU/PCU and Region Two facilities as needed
- Weekend: Every other weekend
- Call: No specific call requirement listed
- License: WA RN license or Compact required
Employer
Aptiva Healthcare
6 nurses recommend working with Aptiva Healthcare
Pros
I currently have been a traveler nurse for over 5 years. This is my far my favorite traveler experience. Onboarding is very easy. Jane and other communicate well. This was an issue in the beginning of my assignment but Jane quickly and nicely happen the issue. I will definitely do an assignment with this place again.
Cons
No PTO offer.
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About Tacoma, WA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Tacoma is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.
- Tacoma is car-friendly with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, providing convenient access within the city and to neighboring areas.
- Tacoma has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and asthma due to occasional air quality issues.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Tacoma.
- Tacoma offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art community with museums and galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby Mount Rainier and enjoy various outdoor activities.
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