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Job description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Pediatrics
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
nThe Pediatric Open Heart Unit (PEDS OH) is seeking a highly qualified healthcare professional for a travel assignment in Tacoma, Washington. This position involves working in a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), caring for neonates, infants, children, and occasionally adult-sized patients with complex congenital and acquired conditions. The role includes performing specialized procedures and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic, high-acuity environment.
nJob Details:
nnShift Schedule: 12-hour days from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
nRequired Qualifications: BLS and PALS certifications; WA State or compact Registered Nurse (RN) license; at least 3 years of recent pediatric cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) experience; comprehensive experience with neonatal and pediatric patient populations, including congenital anomalies and complex cardiothoracic surgeries.
nPreferred Qualifications: CNOR certification; IV start experience, arterial line placement, circulating skills, and scrubbing in cardiothoracic cases.
nSchedule: 12-hour shift, on-call one shift per week with a 30-minute response time, and two weekends in a six-week period (Friday morning to Monday morning).
nAdditional Information: The role requires flexibility to assist with general operating room cases when not busy in the cardiothoracic operating room. EMR usage involves Epic. Parking is available in the free parking lot. Candidates must be available to start on 09/08/2026.
n nBenefits
nThe benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
nnPrivate housing or generous housing allowance
nComprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
nDependent health insurance with prescription coverage
nCompetitive salaries
nReferral bonuses
nTravel reimbursement
n401(k) retirement plan
nDirect deposit/free checking
nUnlimited free CE credits
n Posted Date: Cross Country Job ID # . 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: Registered Nurse / Pediatric Open Heart Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
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Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Worksite address
tacoma, WA, 98417, US
Who can apply
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