PICU Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse - PICU | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit | Tacoma, WAJoin a leading medical facility in Tacoma, Washington, providing critical pediatric care at a top military medical center. Enjoy a flexible 12-hour shift schedule, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. Advance your nursing career in a dynamic, supportive environment.Location: Tacoma, WAStart Date: 10/26/2026End Date/Duration: 1 year minimum, with options to extendShift: 12-hour shifts (7a–7p or 7p–7a), variableHours/week: 36Employment Type: ContractPay & BenefitsPay Rate: $75.00/hour plus 11 Federal holidays for a blended rate of $78/hr not included the additional H&W benefitsBenefits:Weekly pay via direct deposit11 paid holidays- $3.00/hr for every hour worked up to 40 hours/weekMedical benefits valued at $5.09/hour401(k) optionsPaid sick time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 57 hours/year)Paid vacation (2 weeks after 1 year of service)Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements as applicableRobust referral bonus program24/7 dedicated support teamPay package discussed upon application. What You'll DoProvide age-specific critical care nursing for pediatric patients with complex medical and surgical conditions.Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care; monitor and document patient responses.Administer medications and treatments via IV, oral, subcutaneous, transdermal, rectal, and intramuscular routes.Manage patients requiring hemodynamic monitoring and vasopressor titration.Support high-risk procedures and infection control protocols.Assist physicians during treatments and exams; verify orders and ensure accurate documentation.Operate emergency equipment (defibrillator, EKG, cardiac monitor) and initiate life-saving measures when necessary.Educate patients and families; support discharge planning and multidisciplinary team conferences.What You NeedRequiredDegree in Nursing from an approved nursing programCurrent, valid, unrestricted RN license in one of the 50 US states and/or territoriesCertifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS1 year qualifying RN experience in the PICUAbout the Assignment Work in a Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) setting providing labor-intensive, critical care nursing, including advanced monitoring, emergency response, complex documentation, and coordination with the charge nurse and medical team. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply.