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ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

<h2>Job Overview</h2>
<p>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.</p>

<h2>Position Details</h2>
<ul>
    <li><strong>Unit Type:</strong> ICU (Intensive Care Unit)</li>
    <li><strong>Shift Length:</strong> 12 hours</li>
    <li><strong>Guaranteed Hours:</strong> 36 hours per week</li>
    <li><strong>Years of Experience Required:</strong> 2 years in relevant specialty</li>
    <li><strong>Shift Notes:</strong> Night shifts and every other weekend required</li>
</ul>

<h2>Location</h2>
<p>Candidates will primarily work at facilities within the region, specifically in:</p>
<ul>
    <li>St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, WA</li>
    <li>St. Clare Hospital - Lakewood, WA</li>
    <li>St. Elizabeth Hospital - Enumclaw, WA</li>
</ul>

<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2>
<ul>
    <li>Provide direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.</li>
    <li>Monitor and assess patient conditions in both PCU and ICU settings.</li>
    <li>Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.</li>
    <li>Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.</li>
    <li>Float to other units as needed while ensuring continuity of care.</li>
</ul>

<h2>Qualifications</h2>
<ul>
    <li><strong>Certifications Required:</strong> ACLS (AHA), BLS Certification</li>
    <li><strong>Experience:</strong> Minimum of 2 years in ICU/PCU nursing required.</li>
    <li>Strong foundational nursing skills, with an emphasis on critical care.</li>
</ul>

<h2>Unit Information</h2>
<ul>
    <li><strong>Type:</strong> Medical ICU with both ICU and PCU beds (82 beds total: 48 ICU, 34 PCU)</li>
    <li><strong>Nurse-to-Patient Ratios:</strong> 
        <ul>
            <li>ICU: 1:1 or 1:2</li>
            <li>PCU: 1:3</li>
        </ul>
    </li>
    <li><strong>Electronic Medical Records:</strong> EPIC</li>
    <li><strong>Support Staff:</strong> Nurse aides available on each floor</li>
    <li><strong>Weekend Requirement:</strong> Every other weekend is mandatory</li>
    <li><strong>Floating:</strong> Eligible to float between all ICU and PCU units</li>
</ul>

<h2>Additional Notes</h2>
<ul>
    <li>No ventilator management in PCU.</li>
    <li>Common medications include cardizem, nitro, insulin, and heparin; no pressors in PCU.</li>
    <li>Orientation will be a maximum of one week with an educator, with a minimum of two shifts.</li>
</ul>

<p>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.</p>

Saint Joseph Medical Center Tacoma WA Washington Tacoma, Washington Compact States RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit 12 hours, nights 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 Thrive Staffing

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