ICU/PCU Float RN
Lufkin, Texas
CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin

Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU/PCU Float

Location: Lufkin, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Patient Care Details

• Work in a rural hospital setting with an outdated EMR system.
• Float between 2 units: ICU (24 beds) and PCU (26 beds).
• Nurse-to-patient ratios:

  • ICU: typically 2:1, sometimes 3:1 depending on acuity
  • PCU: 4:1
• Common patient types: cardiac post-CABG or PCI, sepsis, DKA, respiratory failure.
• Critical care experience required.
• RNs are required to titrate drips such as Levophed, amiodarone, heparin, precedex, propofol, cardene, nitro, neosynephrine, dopamine, etc.

Staffing & Support

• No nurse aides in ICU; 1-2 aides per shift in PCU.
• Intensivist present during the day; hospitalists available 24/7.
• Respiratory therapists available 24/7 with equipment including vents, BiPAP, CPAP, Airvo.
• Monitor tech on site; bedside monitors and monitor bank at charge desk.

Scheduling & Work Hours

• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts.
• Expect to work approximately 4 shifts per week.
• Weekend coverage usually every other weekend; holiday coverage depends on staffing.
• No call or standby requirement.

Orientation & Dress Code

• New employee orientation during the first week.
• Orientation shifts on each ICU and PCU unit.
• Dress code: navy blue scrubs.

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Current RN license.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Critical care experience required.

Additional Notes

• Floating between ICU and PCU required, with occasional floating to other departments as needed.
• Charge nurse and house supervisor roles present on each shift.