PACU RN in Tacoma, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tacoma, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,241/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.02
- Weekly
- $2,241
- Yearly (full-time)
- $116,532
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.02/hour — 6% 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
- 1,042 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Washington from 7 agencies, 103 of them in Tacoma.
- Pay in these listings: $27.44 – $103/hour, median $63.28/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
Join us as a Pre-Admission Testing Nurse supporting a network of approximately seven facilities from a centralized call center environment. In this role, you'll review Epic charts, assess patient readiness for surgery and anesthesia, and handle around nine patient calls daily, including medication review, NPO instructions, and risk assessments. This is a fast-paced, high-volume position that requires strong multitasking and documentation skills—think of it as the behind-the-scenes hero ensuring surgical patients are prepped and ready. The work involves minimal bedside interaction but plays a crucial role in patient safety and surgical efficiency, making it a unique opportunity to combine technical prowess with patient support in a supportive team setting.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and variable weather with crisp days, occasional rain, and the comforting feel of gentle seasonal changes typical of the region around this time of year.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore Point Defiance Park and its scenic trails and zoo.
- Take a day trip to Mount Rainier National Park and enjoy stunning vistas and outdoor activities.
- Visit the Museum of Glass to admire impressive art installations.
- Enjoy a boat tour of Commencement Bay for a scenic view of the waterfront.
- Discover historic LeMay - America’s Car Museum, just a short drive away.
Job Specifics:
Location: Tacoma, WA
Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with occasional extensions to 5:00/5:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week
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