ICU RN
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Facility Information

Location: Tacoma, WA

Bed Capacity: 65

Trauma Level: IV

General Information

• Average Patient Census: 6 patients per day
• Minimum Experience Requirement: 2 years in an ICU setting
• First-time Travelers: Accepted depending on experience level
• Charge RN Position: Must have extensive experience as a charge nurse

Patient Types and Common Diagnoses

• Sepsis
• Pneumonia
• COPD
• CHF
• GI Bleeds
• ETOH/IVDA
• Suicidal Ideation
• Psychiatric Issues
• COVID-19
• Stable CVA (no interventions)
• Stable TBI
• Surgical Patients: Orthopedic and General Surgery

Note: Travelers will not care for patients requiring balloon pumps, hypothermia protocol, open hearts, neuro interventions, dialysis, or continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).

Patient Ratios

1 nurse to 2 patients.

Required Licensure & Certifications

• BLS
• ACLS
• NIHSS

Required Skills

• Strong peripheral IV skills (preferred)
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Invasive line management (CVP, A-lines)
• IV medication titration
• Management of ventilators, tracheostomies, and high-flow BiPAP

Department Support

• CNA support available upon request through the house supervisor for high-acuity patients
• Unit Secretary available 24/7
• Phlebotomy services provided, with RNs responsible for central line draws
• Respiratory Therapy available 24/7
• Hospitalists present 24/7
• Intensivists on call 24/7
• Telemetry monitoring/tech available 24/7

Technology and Equipment

• EMR: EPIC (experience preferred)
• IV Pump: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
• Monitors: GE

Floating Policy

Travelers float based on scheduling needs with the rest of the unit. Support may also extend into the PCU as required.

Orientation

• 4 hours of orientation with the clinical educator (includes badge issuance, login details, unit tour, and policies)
• 1 shift on the unit
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation exam required prior to arrival

Scheduling

• Weekend Rotation: 2 weekends per month, potentially less based on staffing needs
• Holiday Expectations: 1-2 holidays per contract period
• RTO Approvals: Requests for time off are permissible
• Shift Times: 0700-1930 or 1900-0730
• Schedule Cycle: No self-scheduling; assignments are provided 6 weeks in advance based on unit needs

Additional Information

• Scrub Color: Any solid color
• Parking: Free
• Unit Culture: Family-oriented environment where staff members feel valued as part of the team
• Breaks: 3 fifteen-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch are required
• Soft Skills: Emphasis on teamwork, communication