PCU Float Pool RN
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
4x12 hrs, Nights

Unit Information

This position is part of a Float Pool that will rotate among various units within the hospital, including PCU, Telemetry, MedSurg, and ED Holding. The role may also require floating to an additional facility located in Allenmore, approximately 2.5 miles away, to provide care within the scope of practice.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant nursing experience required.
• First-time travelers may be considered with strong PCU/Telemetry and previous float pool experience.

Patient Types & Common Diagnoses

The Float Pool RN will primarily work in the ED Holding area, which will constitute a significant portion of the contracted position. The types of patients and diagnoses expected include:

• Neuro, Trauma, Surgical, and Medical cases
• Respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, bleeding disorders
• General medical and surgical conditions, including CHF, COPD, pneumonia, orthopedic issues, and strokes
• CCU and Cardiac Stepdown care, including post-operative patients

Patient Ratios

• PCU: 1:4
• MedSurg: 1:5-6

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Current BLS and ACLS certification
• NIHSS certification

Required Skills

• IV medication titration
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Bipap management
• Ostomy management
• Knowledge of general drains, tracheostomies, chest tubes, and lumbar drains
• Experience with TR Bands is preferred
• Proficiency in EPIC EMR system

Department Support

• CNA available for assistance
• Charge RN without patient assignment
• 24/7 hospitalist support
• 24/7 respiratory therapy support
• Access to cardiac and specialty physicians on call

Technology & Equipment

• EMR: EPIC (required)
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication dispensing: Pyxis

Orientation

• One-day general hospital orientation
• One day of unit-specific orientation (12 hours) on the PCU unit
• Traveler telemetry competency is required

Scheduling

• Weekend rotation typically occurs every other week, but could include back-to-back weekends on rare occasions
• No on-call requirements
• Request Time Off (RTO) is acceptable for up to five days
• Shifts are scheduled from 0700-1930 or 1900-0730
• Schedules are posted in three-week increments and provided 7-10 days in advance
• No self-scheduling or guaranteed patterned schedules

Additional Information

• Scrub colors: Any solid color, professional attire required
• Free parking available in a parking garage
• Active participation in hourly rounding and documentation is required
• Medications and saline flushes must be handled per protocol
• Two-nurse verification is required when wasting medications, including narcotics and benzodiazepines
• Documenting patient pain assessments before and after administration of pain medications is necessary
• Breaks are mandated for staff