GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Tacoma, Washington
Travel ER RN opportunity in Tacoma, WA: join a fast-paced emergency department, provide high-acuity patient care, and work a 12-hour night shift schedule in the Pacific Northwest.
Bring your emergency nursing expertise to a dynamic Emergency Department in Tacoma, Washington, a vibrant Pacific Northwest city known for its scenic waterfront, strong community feel, and convenient access to both urban amenities and outdoor recreation. This travel nursing job offers the chance to care for a diverse patient population while working alongside a supportive team in a well-equipped emergency room.
Job Details
- Specialty: Emergency Department / Emergency Room (ER)
- Job Title: Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse
- Healthcare Setting: 32-bed emergency department
- Employment Type: Travel nursing assignment
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Assignment Length: 14 weeks
- Schedule: Every other weekend rotation
- Orientation: General hospital orientation plus unit-based onboarding and learning shifts
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020 - $2,130
- Location: Tacoma, WA 98405
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of recent Emergency Department or Emergency Room RN experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travelers are not accepted
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC required
- MOAB 12 or CPI certification required
- Strong communication, organization, time management, and teamwork skills
- Comfortable caring for general ED patients, behavioral health patients, geriatric patients, and occasional pediatric cases
- Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced emergency care setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, high-quality emergency nursing care to patients with a wide range of acute and emergent conditions
- Assess, triage, and prioritize patients presenting with chest pain, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, and other urgent complaints
- Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, phlebotomy, and support staff to support efficient patient flow
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and monitor patient response in accordance with clinical protocols
- Maintain accurate documentation using EPIC and support safe medication management through standard hospital systems
- Deliver care with professionalism in a setting that values teamwork, clear communication, and adaptability
- Follow emergency department procedures and contribute to a smooth, well-organized patient experience
Apply now to explore this Tacoma, Washington travel RN opportunity and join a supportive emergency healthcare team today.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #516254. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ER
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.