Pediatric OR Registered Nurse
Seattle, Washington
Seattle Children's Hospital & Regional Medical Center

Pediatric OR Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract) - Seattle, WA

Job Details

• Position: Pediatric OR Registered Nurse (Scrub required for this shift)
• Location: Seattle, Washington
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift, Friday-Sunday, 18:30 - 07:00 (3 shifts/week, 12 hours each)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• On Call: Required, variable days and overnight/weekend call
• Floating: Not required
• Weekend Work: Yes

Patient Population & Unit Information

• Surgical specialties include:

  • Orthopedics/Spine
  • Craniofacial/Neuro/Plastics/Oral
  • ENT/Ophthalmology
  • General/Urology/Gynecology/Robotics
  • Cardiac
• Patient age range: Neonates to adults
• Unit requires circulating skills in the OR
• Comfortable managing neuro cases (e.g., craniotomies, VP shunts), orthopedic cases, and airway emergencies

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Washington
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Pediatrics experience, with Pediatrics experience within the last year
• Pediatrics Operating Room (OR) experience
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Required Compliance & Documentation

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check (including FACIS, county civil, state, national, sex offender, and global sanctions searches)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks annually
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray per protocol
  • Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (Oct-Mar)
  • COVID vaccine strongly recommended but not required
  • Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year
  • Respirator medical clearance and fit test (N95 or CAPR/PAPR) valid for entire assignment
• Competency Exams:

  • Pediatric competency exam (80% passing score)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (time sensitive, 80% passing score)
  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam
• Skills Checklists:

  • General OR skills checklist
  • Pediatric skills checklist (required if not booked specifically in Pediatrics)
• Photo for Badge: Must be on blue background, no hats or headwear, submitted within 72 hours of contract signing

Additional Information

• Candidates must complete required pre-start modules (approx. 8 hours), including Epic test-out modules if assigned
• Candidates will be required to take a proctored math test onsite upon arrival; remediation allowed if needed
• Candidates must be prepared to use both N95 and CAPR/PAPR respirators due to possible supply constraints
• Meal waiver agreement available but not mandatory unless candidate opts to waive second meal period
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Pediatric OR RN working night shifts Friday through Sunday with on-call responsibilities. The role requires strong OR circulating skills, comfort with neuro and orthopedic cases, and pediatric experience is highly preferred. Candidates must hold a valid WA RN license and current BCLS and PALS certifications. Compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, competency exams, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory.