Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Tacoma, WA
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Float Pool team. This position involves providing patient care across multiple units, including PCU, Telemetry, MedSurg, and ED Holding. The nurse will float between these areas as needed, ensuring high-quality care is delivered to patients with diverse medical needs.

Unit Information

• Beds: Float Pool position will float within scope of practice across various units.
• Common units include ED Holding, PCU, Telemetry, and MedSurg.
• Travel opportunities to another nearby facility may be required as needed.

Patient Types / Common Diagnoses

• Neuro, Trauma, Surgical, Medical patients.
• Common conditions include respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, bleeding disorders, CHF, COPD, pneumonia, and strokes.
• Cardiac patients, including post-operative care for CABG/TAVRs and those experiencing STEMIs.

Patient Ratios

• PCU: 1:4
• MedSurg: 1:5-6

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Essential Skills

• IV medication titration and management
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• BIPAP management and care for patients with traches, chest tubes, and general drainage systems
• Experience with EPIC electronic medical records is required

Support within the Department

• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) available
• Charge RN without a patient assignment
• Hospitalist coverage 24/7
• Respiratory Therapy (RT) available 24/7
• Access to specialty physicians on-call 24/7

Orientation

• 1-day general hospital orientation
• 1 day of unit-specific orientation focused on the PCU unit

Scheduling Details

• Weekend rotation required every other weekend, with some opportunities for back-to-back weekends.
• Schedule is created in 3-week increments, with advance notice provided.
• No self-scheduling or guaranteed pattern to the schedule.

Additional Notes

• Scrub color: Any solid color, professional attire is required.
• Park in designated free parking areas.
• Documentation of hourly rounding and patient interactions must be maintained.
• Medications must be properly secured and documented according to established protocols.
• Required nursing breaks must be taken as scheduled.