PCU RN
Puyallup, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Unit Information

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our versatile team and provide clinical support across various units. The following are the details regarding the unit bed counts and patient types:

• Medical Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU): 40 beds
• Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU): 10 beds
• Progressive Care Unit (PCU): 40 beds
• Observation (2R PCU): 18 beds, with a possible overflow to 27 beds
• Coronary Care Unit (CCU): 30 beds
• Medical Unit: 89 beds
• Surgical Unit: 55 beds
• Flex Unit: 9 beds (combination of PCU and Med-Surg patients)
• Inpatient Rehabilitation: 47 beds on two floors
• Emergency Room Holding Unit: for patients awaiting beds
• COVID Overflow: as needed

Patient Types and Common Diagnoses

The Registered Nurse will work with a diverse patient population, including but not limited to:

• ICU: Respiratory Failure, GI Bleeds, DKA, Sepsis, Complicated Post-operative Patients, CVA, Flap Surgeries, Post-Arrest, ETOH, IVDA
• PCU: Respiratory Compromise, Sepsis, Renal Failure, Bleeding Disorders, General Medical/Surgical Patients, CHF, COPD, Pneumonia
• Med-Surg: Includes Oncology, General, Ortho cases, and various medical conditions such as Sepsis, DVT, AKI, Dialysis, and COVID
• Rehabilitation: Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, TBI, and Multi-Trauma Patients, along with Post-ICU Care, including Vents and Traches

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience:
• ICU: 2 years of ICU experience
• PCU: 2 years of PCU experience
• Medical/Surgical: 2 years in an acute care setting
• First-time travelers are welcome.
• Required Licenses and Certifications:
  • ICU: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
  • PCU: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
  • Medical/Surgical: BLS, NIHSS

Role Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will be expected to:

• Deliver high-quality patient care in a variety of settings.
• Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and maintain accurate records.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families.
• Transport patients throughout the facility as needed.

Patient Ratios

Depending on the unit and patient acuity, the following patient ratios apply:

• ICU: 1:2
• PCU and CCU: 1:4
• Medical and Surgical: 1:5
• Rehabilitation: 1:8 (team model including RN, LPN, Tech)

Support and Technology

Our team is supported by:

• Healthcare Technicians (various ratios depending on the unit)
• Respiratory Therapy available 24/7
• Access to cutting-edge technology including EPIC