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

Location

Puyallup, WA

Facility Information

• 375 Licensed Beds
• Level III Trauma Center
• 15 ICU Beds; approximately 40 PCU Beds
• Designated COVID unit with negative airflow capabilities in all rooms

Patient Population

The ICU cares for a range of high-acuity patients, including but not limited to:

• Respiratory Failure
• GI Bleeds
• Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
• Sepsis
• Complicated Post-operative Patients
• Cerebrovascular Accidents (CVAs)
• Post-Arrest Patients
• Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders

Responsibilities

As a member of the ICU team, you will be expected to:

• Care for a mix of COVID and non-COVID patients
• Monitor and manage cardiac rhythms, ventilators, and non-invasive respiratory support
• Perform invasive line management, ostomy care, and maintain general drains
• Titrate IV medications as clinically indicated
• Provide continuous education and updates to patient families

Patient Ratios

• ICU: 1:1 or 1:2 based on acuity
• PCU: 1:3 or 1:4 based on acuity

Support Structure

• Dedicated Clinical Coach available for ongoing education
• Centralized Telemetry Monitoring
• 24/7 presence of STAT RN, Respiratory Therapist, Hospitalist, and Intensivist
• On-floor Pharmacist to assist with medication management

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of strong ICU experience (2 years preferred)
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (CCRN preferred)
• Proficient in EPIC charting system and familiar with IV pumps and medication dispensing systems

Working Conditions

Shifts may vary, with possibilities for block scheduling. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays based on unit needs. Overtime is available for additional shifts as offered.

Schedule

Shifts are typically 12 hours, from 0700 to 1930 and 1900 to 0730. A schedule is provided three weeks in advance.