Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Yakima, WA
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide exceptional care in a fast-paced clinical environment. This role requires a strong background in various patient populations and the ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients with various conditions including Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Respiratory Distress, Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS), Atrial Fibrillation with Rapid Ventricular Response (A-fib RVR), Diabetes Mellitus (DM), and more.
• Administer medications and monitor patients for responses to treatment, including the use of diltiazem, amiodarone, Lasix, nitroglycerin, and heparin.
• Assist in the management of blood product administration, BIPAP, DKA, and surgical patients.
• Monitor and manage various types of medical equipment including chest tubes, wound vacuums, femoral arterial sheaths, and insulin drips.
• Provide care and oversight during high-dependency patient management including high flow oxygen and post-procedure care for TCAR and femoral endarterectomy patients.
• Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team and ensure the safety and well-being of patients during their hospital stay.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Completion of at least 1 travel nursing assignment required.
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS.
• Proficient in electronic medical records, specifically EPIC.
• Ability to float to different units as needed throughout the hospital.

Patient Care

The nurse-to-patient ratio is 4:1 during the day and 4-5:1 at night. If an Acute Care Unit/Progressive Care Unit level nurse is floated to the Intensive Care Unit, the maximum ratio will be 1:3 for vascular and DKA patients.

Shift Information

Shifts are from 1900-0730 and 0700-1930 with a weekend rotation of every other weekend.

Appearance

Scrub colors should be professional and can be of any color.