Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics OR - Operating Room
Tacoma, WA
TotalMed RN
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,096/week

Posted 11 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/30/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

14% higher than average Registered Nurse / Pediatric Operating Room Nurse pay in Washington

Estimated total pay

$3,096/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,492/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,604/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Guaranteed Hours
Continuing Education
401k retirement plan
Sick pay
Wellness and fitness programs
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programs
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Benefits start day 1

Qualifications

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Required

Profile

Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%

Other qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

License

Washington Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

UNIT: Pediatric Cardiac OR (8 ORs total)

Minimum experience: 3 years Peds CVOR experience
Consider first-time Traveler: No, unless 5+ Peds CVOR experience

Required Licensure & Certifications: BLS, PALS, CNOR (preferred), WA State or compact RN license

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: Neonates – 18; will see adult sized patients as well as infants and everything in between. Could see patients who are developmentally delayed and/or have congenital anomalies. Cardiothoracic cases – Tetralogy of Fallot, pericardial window, transposition of great vessels, open heart valve repairs, ECMO, PDA ligation through thoracotomy, ASD repairs.

Skills required: Highly preferred - IV start experience, scrubbing, art line, experience circulating with above patient types.

EMR: EPIC

Floating: General OR to assist with cases when not busy in CVOR

Schedule:
Weekend rotation: Call only
On call: 1 call shift per week (EOS – following morning), 2 weekends in 6-week period (EOS Friday – Monday morning), 30-minute response time
Shift times: 8h Days 0630 – 1530, 12h Days 0645 – 1915

Scrub Color: provided

Parking: Free parking lot

Employer

TotalMed RN

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Pros

friendly and welcoming work environment

Cons

None

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About

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Response timewithin an hour

Travel jobs$540–5,355/week

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About Tacoma, WA

As a Travel Pediatric Operating Room Nurse in Tacoma, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 70-80°F, while winter average lows range from 35-45°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Tacoma and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular areas close to the city center.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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