
ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Tacoma, Washington
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tacoma, WA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,022/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.17
- Weekly
- $2,022
- Yearly (full-time)
- $105,144
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.17/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, 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 a fast-paced ICU team as a travel Registered Nurse and experience a role that keeps you on your toes. Floating across all ICUs, PCUs, CCUs, and ED holding areas, you'll manage a variety of patient cases—ranging from Covid-19 to complex trauma, stroke, and post-op cardiac procedures. This assignment offers the chance to sharpen your skills in cardiac rhythm interpretation, vent and bipap management, and invasive line care. With a 12-hour day shift, you'll have the opportunity to see the hospital’s wide spectrum of acute patient presentations while working alongside a skilled team of hospitalists, cardiologists, and ICU staff. The role is ideal for ICU nurses with at least one year of experience who thrive in versatile, challenging environments and are comfortable with floating to different units as needed. Expect a fast-paced, engaging experience that will elevate your critical care skills.
Weather:
The climate around this time usually features mild temperatures with cool mornings and afternoons that warm slightly. Expect a mix of sunny days and occasional light rain, creating a comfortable environment ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Museum of Glass for stunning art and demonstrations
- Take a scenic ferry ride to nearby islands for a day at the beach
- Explore the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
- Enjoy hiking and nature at Mount Rainier National Park (day trip)
- Visit the Tacoma Art Museum for contemporary and indigenous art collections
Job Specifics:
Location: Tacoma, Washington, 98405
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours Per Week: 36 hours
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