PCU Float Pool RN
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Unit Information

This Float Pool position will float within scope of practice across various units including Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Telemetry, MedSurg, and Emergency Room (ER) Holding. The traveler may also float to a nearby location to care for patients within the same scope of practice.

Minimum Experience

Requires a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience. First-time travelers are welcome if they have strong experience in PCU/Telemetry and previous float pool experience.

Patient Types and Common Diagnoses

• Most common assignments will be in the ED Holding unit, though floating to inpatient PCU areas is expected.
• Common patient diagnoses include Neuro, Trauma, Surgical, and Medical conditions such as Respiratory compromise, Sepsis, Renal failure, Bleeding disorders, Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Orthopedic conditions, and Stroke.
• Also includes Cardiac Stepdown unit patients, 24-hour post-operative care of CABG/TAVR, STEMIs, femoral-popliteal surgeries, pacemaker procedures, and cardiac observations.

Patient Ratios

• PCU: 1:4
• MedSurg: 1:5-6

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Required Skills

• IV Medication Titration
• Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
• Bipap Management
• Ostomy Care
• Management of General Drains, Tracheostomies, Chest Tubes, and Lumbar Drains
• Experience with TR Bands (preferred)
• Familiarity with EPIC Electronic Medical Records

Department Support

• CNA support available
• Charge Nurse without patient assignments
• Hospitalist coverage 24/7
• Respiratory Therapist available 24/7
• Cardiac and specialty physicians on call 24/7

Technology and Equipment

• Electronic Medical Records: EPIC
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Pyxis

Floating Responsibilities

Travelers may float to various units including PCU, Telemetry, MedSurg, and ER Holding. Float assignments to a nearby location may occur as needed, with prior notification provided.

Orientation Process

• 1-day general hospital orientation
• 1-day unit-specific orientation (12 hours) focusing on the PCU unit
• Traveler will be required to complete Telemetry competency assessments

Scheduling Details

• Weekend rotation will typically be every other weekend, with the possibility of back-to-back weekends (rare).
• No on-call responsibilities.
• Request for Time Off (RTO) of up to 5 days is permitted.
• Shift times: 0700-1930 or 1900-0730.
• Schedules are generated in three-week cycles, provided 7-10 days in advance.
• No option for self-scheduling and no guaranteed patterned schedule.

Additional Notes

• Scrub Color: Any solid, professional color is acceptable.
• Parking is provided free of charge in a parking garage.
• Daily tasks include filling out whiteboards, conducting hourly rounding, and giving bedside report.
• Saline flushes are considered medication and must not be left unattended or in scrub pockets.
• Medications must not be