Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma in Parkland, WA

Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care across a high-volume emergency department serving a diverse patient population including neonates through geriatrics, with approximately 25% pediatric volume. Manage care for patients presenting with cardiac, neurological, GI, respiratory, psychiatric, and trauma-related conditions, including walk-in traumas and GSW drop-offs.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (12-Hour Nights)

Location

Tacoma, WA | Emergency Department (Off-Campus)

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 12-Hour Night Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care across a high-volume emergency department serving a diverse patient population including neonates through geriatrics, with approximately 25% pediatric volume
• Manage care for patients presenting with cardiac, neurological, GI, respiratory, psychiatric, and trauma-related conditions, including walk-in traumas and GSW drop-offs
• Manage ventilated and BiPAP patients independently, as no respiratory therapists are onsite; training provided during onboarding
• Mix and administer medications independently under remote pharmacy supervision via video conference
• Perform and assist with procedures including chest tubes, central lines, and IV placement; strong IV skills required
• Float to other off-campus emergency department sites as needed; travel time is compensated for mid-shift floats

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Washington or compact eligibility
• Minimum of 2 full years of emergency department experience (any trauma level)
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS, and TNCC
• Traveler Telemetry Competency must be completed and passed prior to start date
• Proficiency with EPIC, Alaris, and Pyxis systems preferred; strong ED clinical skill set required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with ventilator and BiPAP management
• Prior charge nurse experience or demonstrated leadership readiness
• Familiarity with high-acuity, fast-paced emergency environments with varied patient ratios (1:4 standard; 1:6 in fast track)
• Strong customer service skills and ability to adapt to dynamic staffing and floating requirements

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive onboarding including hospital orientation, unit educator day, respiratory class, and supervised floor time to support a smooth transition
• Free parking on-site and flexible scrub color policy