Thrive Staffing 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: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced emergency department. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work at multiple locations within the region, providing high-quality patient care in various settings.
Facility Information
- Bonney Lake - Average census: 73 patients/day, Location: Bonney Lake, WA
- Federal Way - Average census: 95 patients/day, Location: Federal Way, WA
- Parkland - Average census: 110 patients/day, Location: Tacoma, WA
- South Hill - Average census: 93 patients/day, Location: Puyallup, WA
- Lacey - Busy with EMS traffic, Location: Lacey, WA
- Bremerton - Budgeted for 60 patients/day, Location: Bremerton, WA
Job Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population, including neonates, pediatrics, and geriatric patients.
- Manage care for intubated patients, including training for ventilator and BiPAP use.
- Administer medications and perform related nursing procedures efficiently.
- Float between different locations as needed, while adapting to the requirements of each site.
- Work collaboratively with other nurses, LPNs, and support staff.
Qualifications
- Must have a minimum of 2 years of emergency department experience.
- Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS, TNCC.
- Strong IV skills, knowledge of medication administration, and experience with chest tubes and central lines.
- Ability to manage ventilators and other respiratory equipment as needed.
- Previous experience as a charge nurse is preferred but can be trained on-the-job.
Patient Care
The nurse will care for a wide array of patients, handling a caseload that can involve cardiac, neuro, GI, respiratory, and psychiatric emergencies.
Team Support
- Work alongside LPNs who assist with low acuity assignments and administrative tasks.
- Receive support from charge nurses who will help in managing patient flow.
- Collaboration with laboratory and pharmacy teams for patient care and medication needs.
Orientation and Training
Comprehensive orientation includes:
- One day of hospital orientation and one day with the unit educator.
- Hands-on respiratory class and practical training on the unit.
- Telemetry competency training, which must be completed prior to starting in the role.
Scheduling
- 12-hour shifts with a rotation schedule, though specific shifts and days may vary based on operational needs.
- Weekend shifts may be required, but frequency is negotiable.
- Requests for time off will be accommodated per policy.
Additional Information
- Scrub colors: Any color
- Free parking available at all facilities.
Thrive Staffing Job ID #19434154. 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: RN:ER,19:00:00-07:00:00
About Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.