Open Position: RN - PCU

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2505.16

Opportunity:

RN - PCU

Job Details:

* Work 12-hour shifts with day shifts running 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM and night shifts running 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
* Weekend scheduling varies depending on unit needs
* Schedule provided 3 weeks at a time, received approximately 10 days prior to schedule start
* Submit schedule requests via email to PCU Scheduler
* Minimum 1.5 years of experience required with at least 1 year of PCU experience
* First-time travelers are welcome to apply
* Patient population includes MS Progressive Care Unit patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, sepsis, GIB, alcohol withdrawal, complicated surgeries, decompensating oncology patients, diabetic or renal complications, CHF, COPD, PNA, and comfort care
* Continuous telemetry monitoring required for all patients
* RN patient ratio of 1:3-4 with staffing typically 13 RNs per shift
* Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
* Required skills include telemetry experience, trach care, CIWA, BiPAP, central line maintenance and management, tube and drain management, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
* Preferred skills include chest tube management, dopamine administration, and nicardipine administration
* Common medications administered include Cardizem, heparin, insulin (non-DKA), nitro, Lasix, and Dilaudid
* Charting system: EPIC preferred; additional equipment includes Alaris, Pyxis, and MP50 Philips bedside monitors (wireless)
* Travelers will float first to ICU (PCU level patients), CCU, Observation, ED Holding, and overflow areas
* If floated to MS units, ratio will be 1:5
* Unit support includes a free-floating charge nurse, resource nurse for days and nights, RT 24/7, hospitalist 24/7, OT/PT/ST on day shift, phlebotomy, and IV/VAT team
* Orientation includes hospital NEO class, modules, EPIC class, safe patient handling, glucose training, and 12-hour unit orientation with preceptor
* Traveler Telemetry Competency must be completed and passed prior to start

Facility:

This facility is a Level III Trauma Center with 375 licensed beds, offering comprehensive inpatient care across a wide range of specialties. The Progressive Care Unit features 40 private beds, all capable of negative air pressure, with 4 beds equipped with ante rooms. The facility maintains robust 24/7 support services including hospitalist coverage, respiratory therapy, and a dedicated IV/VAT team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Location:

Puyallup, WA

Puyallup is a vibrant city in the Pacific Northwest, nestled between the stunning beauty of Mount Rainier and the Puget Sound, offering an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, skiing, and waterfront activities. The area is known for its charming downtown, proximity to Seattle, and a welcoming community that makes it an excellent destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and an exceptional quality of life.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.