Progressive Care RN (PCU/MedSurg/Postpartum Float)
Kennewick, WA
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days

Travel RN Opportunity – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Step Down

Location: Kennewick, Washington
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility & Unit Overview

• Located in southeastern Washington, serving the Tri-Cities area (Kennewick, Pasco, Richland)
• 111-bed teaching hospital
• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Step Down Unit, 16 private rooms
• Trauma Level 3
• Patient population: Geriatric and Adult
• Patient ratios: 1:4 standard, 1:3 for higher acuity
• Electronic Health Record (EHR): Paragon (McKesson)

Position Details

• Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Specialty: Float Progressive Care/Step Down, Float MedSurg, Float Postpartum
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
• Weekend requirement: 2 weekend shifts every 2-week pay period
• Call requirements: Yes
• Number of openings: 1

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS (must have ACLS training or rhythm interpretation course)
• Float requirements: Must be able to float between PCU, MedSurg, and Postpartum units
• Must have skills/experience in:

  • EKG/Cardiac monitoring
  • Respiratory assessment and support
  • Medication titration

Common Patient Diagnoses & Treatments

• Alcohol detox (ETOH detox)
• Post Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
• Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) / Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS)
• Cardiac conditions
• Gastrointestinal (GI) issues
• BIPAP management

Additional Information

• Dress code: Standard professional scrubs (no specific color designated)
• Unacceptable attire: Standard unprofessional clothing
• Must be located more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify as travel

This role is ideal for RNs with progressive care experience looking for a travel assignment in a dynamic teaching hospital environment with a diverse patient population.