Travel Contract

ICU RN
Puyallup, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

$1,966/week

Overview

Start Date11/30/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks
Facility Information
Short Term Acute Care286 beds

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,966/week

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.

Required

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (2 years)

License

State license license in Washington

Certifications

Basic Life Support or Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Other qualifications

Work Experience

Intensive Care Unit Nurse (2 years)

Description

Registered Nurse (RN)

Location

City, State: Multiple locations within the region

Unit Information

MSICU: 40 beds
CVICU: 10 beds
PCU: 40 beds
2R PCU Obs: 18 beds (can increase depending on overflow)
CCU: 30 beds
Medical: 89 beds
Surgical: 55 beds
Flex Unit: 9 beds (consisting of PCU and MS patients)
Inpatient Rehab: 47 beds
ER Holding Unit: Patients waiting for a bed
COVID Overflow: Any overflow related to COVID-19

Minimum Experience Required

ICU: 2 years of ICU experience
PCU/PCU ER Holds: 2 years of PCU experience
Medical-Surgical: 2 years in an acute care setting

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses

ICU: Respiratory failure, GI bleeds, DKA, sepsis, complicated post-operative patients, CVA's, flap surgeries, post-arrest care, ETOH, IVDA
PCU: Respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, bleeding disorders, CHF, COPD, pneumonia, general medical/surgical patients
Medical-Surgical: Oncology patients, general medical surgical patients, post-operative care, COPD, CHF, DVT, AKI, dialysis, COVID-19.
Rehab: Stroke, spinal cord injury, multi-trauma, post-COVID, respiratory therapy training provided

Patient Ratios

ICU: 1:2 based on acuity
PCU and CCU: 1:4 depending on acuity
Medical and Surgical: 1:5
Rehab: 1:8 team model (RN, LPN, Tech)

Required Licenses and Certifications

ICU: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
PCU: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Medical-Surgical: BLS, NIHSS

Skills Required

ICU: Cardiac rhythm interpretation, ventilator management, invasive line management
PCU: Cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, IV medication titration
Medical-Surgical: IV management, PCA management, various drains and ostomy care
Good communication and patient education skills are essential

Support within the Department

Techs: Varying ratios based on unit
RT: Available 24/7
Hospitalist: Available 24/7
Intensivist: Available 24/7

Technology/Equipment Used

EMR: EPIC
IV Pump: Alaris
Medication Dispensing: Pyxis

Orientation

2 days of hospital orientation

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19326669. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:ICU,07:00:00-19:00:00

Facility

Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital

3.7rating(81 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital

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ED - Emergency Department (RN)

5.0rating

Review of Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital on Feb 8, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
286 beds

ADDRESS401 15th Avenue SoutheastPuyallup, WA 98372

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Employer

Thrive Staffing

About

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.

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About Puyallup, WA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Puyallup, WA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributor.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of 75-80°F and lows of 50-55°F.
Winter average highs of 45-50°F and lows of 35-40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
Consider contacting local real estate agencies for assistance.

Transportation

Car friendly city with easy access to major highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the pollen and air quality.
Puyallup has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy nearby hiking trails and parks.

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