ER RN in Tacoma, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tacoma, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,226/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $61.83
- Weekly
- $2,226
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,752
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $61.83/hour — 4% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington ($59.71/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington right now
- 991 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington from 7 agencies, 104 of them in Tacoma.
- Pay in these listings: $35.38 – $103/hour, median $63.33/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Washington: $59.71/hour ($124,197/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($73.00/hour across 160 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your emergency nursing experience to Tacoma, Washington, for a 13-week travel contract on 12-hour night shifts. You will care for a broad range of emergency patients, including those experiencing stroke, STEMI, trauma, and acute coronary syndrome. This assignment includes overnight emergency department coverage, support from 24/7 respiratory therapy and IV services, and exposure to a varied patient population. Weekend coverage is required every other weekend, with occasional holidays. Navy blue scrubs are required. A previous travel assignment and current TNCC, PALS, ACLS, and BLS certifications are required.
Weather
Tacoma generally offers cool, comfortable conditions with changing skies and periodic rain. Pack layers and a reliable rain jacket so you can enjoy the area whether the forecast brings sunshine or a refreshing drizzle.
Fun Things To Do
-
Waterfront outing: Walk along Ruston Way for scenic views, dining, and access to the shoreline.
-
Arts and culture: Explore Tacoma’s Museum of Glass and nearby downtown museums.
-
Outdoor escape: Visit Point Defiance Park for trails, gardens, and waterfront scenery.
-
Day trip: Spend a day in Seattle exploring its markets, museums, waterfront, and neighborhoods.
-
Day trip: Head to Mount Rainier National Park for hiking, mountain views, and alpine scenery.
Job Specifics
City and State: Tacoma, Washington
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
Applying is free. ReferHire lists openings from staffing agencies; when you are hired through our link, the agency may pay us a referral fee. It never reduces your pay. Never pay anyone for a job offer.