Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) — Per Diem

Job overview

The Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) — Per Diem role is onsite in Tacoma, WA, with assignments that may vary according to staffing needs and available hours. The stated wage range is $51.91–$70.44 per hour, determined by length of licensure. Per diem nurses must work at least 96 hours per quarter. The nurse supports Northwest Ambulance’s Critical Care Response Transport Team. The RN provides and supervises patient assessment, treatment, and critical nursing care during transport. The role contributes to safe patient transfers and transport through clinical care, documentation, equipment readiness, communication with dispatch, and adherence to safety and confidentiality requirements.

What you'll do

• Assess and provide critical nursing care during patient transport
• supervise patient care and treatment
• safely lift and transfer patients
• operate emergency vehicles safely
• follow dispatch instructions and company policies
• complete documentation
• maintain equipment, supplies, vehicles, and stations
• participate in continuing education
• communicate effectively
• and maintain confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

critical care rn

registered nurse

per diem

patient transport

critical care

emergency medical services

tacoma wa

northwest ambulance

$51.91–$70.44/hr

12- or 24-hour shifts

acls

pals

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Premium holiday pay for designated holiday shifts, paid time off accrued at 1.0 hour per 40 hours worked, and company-provided uniforms.

Why this role

Per diem nurses must work a minimum of 96 hours per quarter; shifts are generally 12 or 24 hours. ACLS and PALS certification are required before hire.

About the employer

Northwest Ambulance is hiring for this role. Industry: Ambulance Services. Sector: 62.