Travel ICU RN - $2,211 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity awaits for dedicated ICU Registered Nurses to join our team. This position involves primarily working in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with occasional floating to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), ensuring high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Position Details

• Unit Type: ICU (Intensive Care Unit)
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years in relevant specialty
• Shift Notes: Night shifts and every other weekend required

Location

Candidates will primarily work at facilities within the region, specifically in:

• St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, WA
• St. Clare Hospital - Lakewood, WA
• St. Elizabeth Hospital - Enumclaw, WA

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions in both PCU and ICU settings.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Float to other units as needed while ensuring continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Certifications Required: ACLS (AHA), BLS Certification
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in ICU/PCU nursing required.
• Strong foundational nursing skills, with an emphasis on critical care.

Unit Information

• Type: Medical ICU with both ICU and PCU beds (82 beds total: 48 ICU, 34 PCU)
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:
  • ICU: 1:1 or 1:2
  • PCU: 1:3
• Electronic Medical Records: EPIC
• Support Staff: Nurse aides available on each floor
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend is mandatory
• Floating: Eligible to float between all ICU and PCU units

Additional Notes

• No ventilator management in PCU.
• Common medications include cardizem, nitro, insulin, and heparin; no pressors in PCU.
• Orientation will be a maximum of one week with an educator, with a minimum of two shifts.

If you are a skilled and motivated ICU Registered Nurse seeking a challenging and fulfilling opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of our healthcare team.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19278012. 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:ICU,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.