ED RN
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced emergency department. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work at multiple locations within the region, providing high-quality patient care in various settings.

Facility Information

• Bonney Lake - Average census: 73 patients/day, Location: Bonney Lake, WA
• Federal Way - Average census: 95 patients/day, Location: Federal Way, WA
• Parkland - Average census: 110 patients/day, Location: Tacoma, WA
• South Hill - Average census: 93 patients/day, Location: Puyallup, WA
• Lacey - Busy with EMS traffic, Location: Lacey, WA
• Bremerton - Budgeted for 60 patients/day, Location: Bremerton, WA

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population, including neonates, pediatrics, and geriatric patients.
• Manage care for intubated patients, including training for ventilator and BiPAP use.
• Administer medications and perform related nursing procedures efficiently.
• Float between different locations as needed, while adapting to the requirements of each site.
• Work collaboratively with other nurses, LPNs, and support staff.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of emergency department experience.
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS, TNCC.
• Strong IV skills, knowledge of medication administration, and experience with chest tubes and central lines.
• Ability to manage ventilators and other respiratory equipment as needed.
• Previous experience as a charge nurse is preferred but can be trained on-the-job.

Patient Care

The nurse will care for a wide array of patients, handling a caseload that can involve cardiac, neuro, GI, respiratory, and psychiatric emergencies.

Team Support

• Work alongside LPNs who assist with low acuity assignments and administrative tasks.
• Receive support from charge nurses who will help in managing patient flow.
• Collaboration with laboratory and pharmacy teams for patient care and medication needs.

Orientation and Training

Comprehensive orientation includes:

• One day of hospital orientation and one day with the unit educator.
• Hands-on respiratory class and practical training on the unit.
• Telemetry competency training, which must be completed prior to starting in the role.

Scheduling

• 12-hour shifts with a rotation schedule, though specific shifts and days may vary based on operational needs.
• Weekend shifts may be required, but frequency is negotiable.
• Requests for time off will be accommodated per policy.

Additional Information

• Scrub colors: Any color
• Free parking available at all facilities.