MICU RN
Tacoma, WA
Thrive Staffing
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The role requires expertise in providing critical care to patients in an intensive care setting.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Unit Specialty: Medical ICU
• Bed Capacity: 82 critical care beds (48 ICU, 34 PCU)
• Nurse to Patient Ratios:
  • ICU: 1:1 or 1:2
  • PCU: 1:3

Shift Details

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday for days shift; Friday and Saturday for night shift)
• Holiday Requirement: Rotating with permanent staff

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced care for critical patients in the ICU setting
• Monitor and manage patients on ventilators and IV drips
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including intensivists and hospitalists
• Float to various locations as needed within the designated region
• Participate in ICU procedures and support quality patient care

Qualifications

• Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a critical care or medical-surgical nursing role
• Required Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• Additional Skills: Proficiency in managing ventilators, IV drips, and critical care diagnostics

Additional Information

• Orientation: 1 week maximum with an educator, minimum of 2 shifts
• IV Team: Available
• Respiratory Therapy: Available 24/7
• Pharmacy Services: Available 24/7
• Common Diagnoses: All critical care diagnoses
• Floating Policy: Must be willing to float between all ICUs and PCUs

Join our dedicated team and play a vital role in making a difference in the lives of our critically ill patients. Your expertise and compassion can provide them with the care they need in challenging times.