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

Job Overview

We are seeking a qualified ICU Registered Nurse to join our team. This nursing role involves providing critical care to patients in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting, with opportunities to float to a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) as needed. The position offers a collaborative environment supported by a dedicated healthcare team.

Job Details

• Unit Type: ICU (Intensive Care)
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Experience Required: 2 years
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Patient Ratios: ICU 1:1, 1:2; PCU 1:3
• Electronic Medical Records: EPIC
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday days or Friday and Saturday nights)
• Holidays: Rotating with permanent staff
• Scrub Color: No specific requirements
• Floating: Eligible to float between all ICUs and PCUs within the region
• Nurse Staffing: 2 Nurse Aides per floor, 1 Charge Nurse per floor

Unit Information

• Unit Bed Capacity: 82 critical care beds (48 ICU, 34 PCU)
• Common Diagnosis/Types of Patients: All critical care diagnoses
• Vents: Yes (but no vents in PCU)
• Drips Used: ICU-level intravenous medications; PCU includes Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Heparin - no pressors

Support Services

• Respiratory Therapy: Available 24/7
• Pharmacy: Operating 24/7
• IV Team: Available

Orientation and Training

A comprehensive floor-specific orientation is planned, with a maximum of 1 week with an educator, or a minimum of 2 shifts.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in their specialty. Travelers are not permitted to be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any associated facilities within the past year. Experience with IABP or CRRT is not required, but strong Med Surge RN backgrounds are preferred.

If you are a dedicated RN with ICU experience looking to make a difference in critical care, we encourage you to apply!