NICU RN in Tacoma, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tacoma, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,155/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $59.86
- Weekly
- $2,155
- Yearly (full-time)
- $112,060
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $59.86/hour — about the same as 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
- 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 for an exciting 13-week travel opportunity as a registered nurse in a Level II children's hospital with a high-level NICU. You'll be stepping into a well-established unit that handles some of the most delicate neonatal cases, including prematurity as early as 22 weeks, high-risk deliveries, and complex diagnoses like NAS, HIE, and surgical patients. Your expertise in respiratory support, ventilator management, and line care will make a real difference. The schedule features 12-hour day shifts with flexible block scheduling—perfect for balancing work and play. This role offers a chance to work in a state-of-the-art NICU attached to a vibrant pediatric hospital connected to a busy adult hospital, providing a comprehensive clinical experience. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and enjoy caring for neonatal patients with a friendly, positive attitude, this assignment is designed for you.
Weather:
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Job Specifics:
Location: Tacoma, Washington
Shift: 12-hour days (0700-1930 or 1900-0730)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36.0
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