PACU RN in Tacoma, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tacoma, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,357/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $58.92
- Weekly
- $2,357
- Yearly (full-time)
- $122,564
This job pays about $58.92/hour — 1% 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
- 1,085 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington from 7 agencies, 118 of them in Tacoma.
- Pay in these listings: $24.63 – $108/hour, median $63.70/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 161 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join a Tacoma post-anesthesia care unit as a travel PACU registered nurse caring for patients recovering from a broad range of procedures, including trauma, gynecology, orthopedics, general surgery, urology, breast, neuro, vascular, cardiac, oncology, and interventional cases. You will recover both routine and higher-acuity patients, including ICU patients, while using EPIC and reading cardiac rhythms. The assignment includes floating between PACU areas, day shifts, and required call coverage with a one-hour response time. ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications are required.
Weather:
Tacoma typically offers cool temperatures, mild afternoons, cloudy skies, and occasional rain around this time of year. Pack a waterproof layer and comfortable shoes for exploring the city and nearby outdoor destinations.
Fun Things To Do:
• Museum Day: Explore the Museum of Glass and Tacoma Art Museum.
• Waterfront Stroll: Walk along Ruston Way and enjoy views of Puget Sound.
• Day Trip to Seattle: Visit Pike Place Market, museums, and waterfront attractions.
• Day Trip to Mount Rainier: Experience scenic trails and mountain views in the national park.
• Garden Escape: Visit the seasonal displays and walking paths at Point Defiance Park.
Job Specifics:
City/State: Tacoma, Washington
Shift: 10-hour day shifts
Duration: 40 hours per week for 13 weeks
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