PCU / Float Pool RN
Puyallup, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PCU/Float Pool position requiring 2+ years of PCU experience and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

Details

• Nursing Float Pool position primarily supporting ED Holding, with floating to MSICU, CVICU, PCU, CCU, Medical, Surgical, Flex Unit, and Inpatient Rehab as needed
• ED Holding unit cares for mixed diagnosis patients, including isolation and non-ambulatory patients, in a fast-paced environment
• Patient ratios vary by unit: ICU 1:2, PCU/CCU 1:4, Medical/Surgical 1:5, Rehab 1:8 team model
• PCU patient population includes respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, bleeding disorders, CHF, COPD, pneumonia, and general ortho cases
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Floating required, including partial shifts, within scope of practice
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• Support staff includes techs, RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage 24/7

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required
• Skilled in cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, lumbar drains, and tracheostomy care
• Experience with IV med titration (Amiodarone, Cardizem, nitro, dopamine, dobutamine, non-DKA insulin, heparin, and occasionally Cardene) required
• Strong communication and patient education/teaching skills required

Additional Information

• Primary assignment will be in the ED Holding unit per nurse manager direction
• May be required to assist with ACLS transport of patients throughout the hospital, including ED, CT, MRI, Nuc Med, PACU, and Cath Lab
• Night shift ACLS RNs assist in ED Holding after 11 PM when transport volume decreases
• Orientation includes 2 days of hospital orientation and 1 day on the assigned unit
• Traveler telemetry competency is required
• Must call the staffing office 30-45 minutes prior to each shift for assignment details
• Must arrive on time to the assigned unit, with no clock-in permitted before scheduled shift start
• No holiday requests, self-scheduling, or on-call requirements
• Weekend requirements vary based on unit needs
• Schedules are provided three weeks at a time
• Time off requests beyond 5 days require added time at the end of the assignment
• First-time travelers will be considered