PACU RN in Seattle, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,163/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $54.08
- Weekly
- $2,163
- Yearly (full-time)
- $112,476
This job pays about $54.08/hour — 9% below 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, 40 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
- 993 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington from 7 agencies, 187 of them in Seattle.
- Pay in these listings: $24.63 – $108/hour, median $63.94/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 155 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join an outpatient surgery center as a PACU Registered Nurse supporting patients before and after procedures. You will provide pre- and post-operative assessment, recovery monitoring, medication administration, and discharge education in a structured ambulatory setting. This assignment offers four 10-hour day shifts with variable start times between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m., no weekends or holidays, and a changing weekday off. Experienced travelers are preferred, and nurses with at least two years of combined inpatient and outpatient experience may be considered. A calm recovery room has its own rhythm—and your expertise helps keep every procedure moving safely toward home.
Weather:
Seattle typically offers cool temperatures, cloudy skies, and periodic rain during this time of year. Comfortable layers and a reliable rain jacket are useful, while occasional clear breaks provide opportunities to enjoy the city and surrounding scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
• Waterfront Stroll: Explore Pike Place Market, the Seattle waterfront, and nearby piers.
• Museum Day: Visit the Museum of Pop Culture, Chihuly Garden and Glass, or the Seattle Art Museum.
• Day Trip to Mount Rainier: Enjoy scenic viewpoints, forest trails, and mountain landscapes in Mount Rainier National Park.
• Day Trip to Bainbridge Island: Take the ferry for waterfront walks, local shops, galleries, and relaxed dining.
• Day Trip to Snoqualmie Falls: See the waterfall and explore nearby trails, overlooks, and the Snoqualmie Valley.
Job Specifics:
Location: Seattle, Washington
Shift: Four 10-hour day shifts, with variable start times between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.; no weekends or holidays
Duration: 40 hours per week for 13 weeks
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