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

Unit Information

This Float Pool position will float within the scope of practice across various departments including PCU, Tele, MedSurg, and ER Holding. Travelers may also float to a nearby facility for patient care as needed.

Minimum Experience Required

• 1 year of relevant nursing experience
• First-time travelers are welcome with strong PCU/Tele and previous float pool experience

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses

While the primary unit will be ED Holding, nurses should expect to care for patients with a range of conditions, including:

• Neuro and Trauma patients
• Surgical and Medical cases
• Respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, and general medical/surgical patients
• CHF, COPD, pneumonia, orthopedic issues, and strokes
• Cardiac patients post-procedures

Patient Ratios

• PCU: 1:4
• MedSurg: 1:5-6

Required License and Certifications

• BLS
• ACLS
• NIHSS

Necessary Skills

• IV Medication Titration
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Bipap management
• Expertise with drains, traches, chest tubes, and lumbar drains
• TR Bands experience is preferred
• EPIC electronic medical record experience

Department Support

• CNA support available
• Charge RN without patient assignment present
• Hospitalists available 24/7
• Respiratory Therapists available 24/7
• Specialty physicians on call 24/7

Technology and Equipment

• EMR: EPIC
• IV Pump: Alaris
• Medication dispensing: Pyxis

Floating Information

Nurses will float to PCU, Tele, MedSurg, and ER Holding units, as well as potentially to other facilities within the region if necessary.

Orientation

• 1-day general hospital orientation
• 1-day unit orientation specific to the PCU unit
• Traveler Telemetry Competency is required

Scheduling

• Weekend rotation: typically every other weekend, with rare opportunities for back-to-back weekends
• No on-call duties
• Holidays will follow standard expectations
• Requests for time off (RTO) can be approved up to 5 days
• Shifts available: 0700-1930 or 1900-0730
• Scheduling is completed in 3-week increments
• Advanced notice will be provided for upcoming schedules
• No self-scheduling is allowed and no patterned schedule can be guaranteed

Additional Notes

• Scrubs must be solid colors and professional in appearance
• Free parking is available in the garage
• Documentation of hourly rounding is required
• Always document pain levels before and after medication administration
• Medication waste requires two-nurse verification
• Breaks are mandatory