PCU RN
Vancouver, Washington
PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Stepdown IMC

Location: Vancouver, Washington Employment type: Travel/Contract Contract length: 13 weeks Start date: ASAP, about 4 weeks from offer for compliance Orientation: Bi-weekly on Mondays: 11/16, 11/30, and 12/14 Shift: Nights, 3x12 hours (18:30 to 07:00) Hours: 12 per day, 36 per week

Role Overview

This Stepdown position provides professional nursing direct patient care in line with professional practice and unit standards. The nurse promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach with patients, families, and the care delivery team. Essential functions include:

• Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care needs
• Documenting patient care in the healthcare record
• Directing and delegating care to team members based on their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence
• Maintaining professional effectiveness through education and development
• Participating in the development of and adherence to hospital policies, procedures, quality improvement, and safety

Float scope: The nurse may float to IMCU and Med/Surg if needed.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Washington
• PCU (Progressive Care Unit) experience: 2 years
• PCU (Progressive Care Unit) experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network
• BLS issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network
• NIHSS
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)