Surgical Nurse

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA Tacoma, Washington $ 66,453 – $ 86,388

Full-time Closes 09 Nov 2026 · 9 days left

Tacoma, Washington $ 66,453 – $ 86,388 Full-time Closes 09 Nov 2026

What the job is
This job is at the Department of Surgery at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. It is a surgical nurse position.

What you will do
You will give nursing care to patients of all ages before and after surgery. You will give medicines by mouth, on the skin, under the skin, or by injection. You will help doctors during surgeries. You will set up the operating room, put the patient in the right position, and give the doctor instruments. You will keep emergency equipment ready and keep tools clean and sterile.

What you need
You must be a registered practical nurse. You need to have a diploma in nursing. You should know how to work in a surgery setting. You need good teamwork and communication skills.

What you will get
You will work in a team that cares for military patients. You may get a relocation or recruitment incentive. You may be able to negotiate a higher salary if you are new to federal service. You will have a full‑time job with a salary between $66,453 and $86,388.