Tele Float RN
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care in a dynamic medical-surgical and telemetry environment. This role requires flexibility to float across multiple units within the organization to meet the needs of the patient population.

Job Details

• Shift: Days, Every Other Weekend (EOW)
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Years of Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years in acute care
• Required Certifications: BLS Certification

Unit Information

The position primarily involves working on a Telemetry Float Unit, with responsibilities extending to various medical-surgical departments. Travelers will rotate among multiple locations within the region, providing coverage for different specialties as needed.

• Telemetry Units Include:
  • 7th Floor - Surgical unit (36 beds)
  • 8BC - Long-term low acuity unit (17 beds)
  • 9th Floor - General medical cases (38 beds)
  • 2 South - Short-stay, cardiac, and COVID unit (41 beds)
  • 3 South - Neuro unit (33 beds)
  • 4 South - Ortho and spine unit (21 beds)

Additional alternate assignments may include the oncology med-surg unit and various transition areas for patients awaiting placement or requiring specific care.

Patient Care Responsibilities

• Manage care for 4-5 patients per RN.
• Administration and titration of various intravenous drips, with transfers to critical care as necessary.
• Collaboration with telemetry monitoring staff to ensure patient safety and accurate monitoring.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of acute care nursing experience.
• Ability to float to different units as required by staffing needs.
• Experience in managing diverse patient populations and conditions.

Work Environment

• Supportive team environment with Charge Nurses and House Supervisors available.
• Assistive staff available, with nurse aides in each unit to support patient care.
• Extended orientation provided for various units within the department.

Additional Requirements

• Participation in holiday scheduling and potential call as needed during the contract period.
• Adherence to travel policies including required breaks during shifts.

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in patients' lives through quality nursing care.