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

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our team in providing compassionate care for a diverse patient population. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in handling a variety of patient needs, particularly in medical and cardiac settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience: 1 year in a clinical setting
• Consideration for first-time travelers: Yes, provided they have at least 2 years of total nursing experience, including a minimum of 1 year in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Required certifications: ACLS and BLS

Key Skills

• Trach care
• Chest tube management
• TR band usage
• Post Cath Lab care
• Central line maintenance
• Comfort with interpreting and measuring cardiac rhythms
• Experience caring for patients on BiPAP and high-flow oxygen
• Competency in managing titratable drips, including diltiazem, amiodarone, heparin, digoxin, Bumex, and Lasix

Patient Population

Candidates should be prepared to care for various patient types, including:

• General medical patients: Diabetes Mellitus Type II, gastrointestinal issues, genitourinary issues, COVID-19, pneumonia, altered mental status, transient ischemic attacks, acute kidney injury, dehydration, alcohol-related conditions, syncope, chronic kidney disease, sepsis, strokes, dialysis, pulmonary edema, anemia, shock, hypoxia
• Cardiac patients: Post Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) care, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, non-ST elevation myocardial infarction, and chest pain
• Oncology patients: Experience with oncology diagnoses such as leukemia and neutropenia is beneficial, though administration of chemotherapy may not be required.

Working Environment

The position is located within a community hospital equipped with a total of 226 beds and 34 dedicated beds for Progressive Care.

• Floating required within scope throughout the hospital
• Weekend rotation: At least 2 weekends per month, with specific requirements subject to change
• Shift times: Days from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Nights from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Scrub colors: Any color
• High volume of Spanish-speaking patients and a commitment to serving a largely underserved population

Technology

The electronic medical record (EMR) system used is Epic.

If you are a compassionate caregiver who thrives in a dynamic environment and meets the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.