Description

American Traveler is hiring a PCU/Float Pool RN for 12-hour night shifts, primarily supporting the ED Holding unit, requiring WA or compact RN license and at least 2 years of PCU experience.

Details

• Nursing Float Pool position primarily supporting ED Holding, with additional float coverage across ICU, PCU, CCU, Medical, Surgical, Flex, and Rehab units
• ED Holding unit manages mixed diagnosis patients awaiting beds, including isolation and non-ambulatory cases, with ratios of 1:2 ICU, 1:4 PCU, and 1:5 MS
• PCU unit (40 beds, including 2R Obs 18 beds) treats respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, bleeding disorders, CHF, COPD, pneumonia, and general ortho/surgical cases
• PCU and CCU patient ratios are 1:4 depending on acuity, with 1:5 ratio if floated to Medical-Surgical
• Required skills include cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tube and lumbar drain management, trach care, and IV titration of medications such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, nitro, dopamine, dobutamine, heparin, and non-DKA insulin
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• 12-hour night shift schedule, 36 hours per week
• Floating required, including partial shifts, within scope of practice
• Support staff includes techs (1:10 ratio in PCU), RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage 24/7

Requirements

• Active WA state or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Experience with cardiac rhythm interpretation and IV medication titration required
• Traveler Telemetry Competency required during orientation
• Strong communication and patient education skills required

Additional Information

• Primary assignment will be supporting the ED Holding unit, assisting with mixed diagnosis patients, isolation precautions, and non-ambulatory care
• Must be flexible and resourceful in a fast-paced environment
• Orientation includes 2 days of hospital orientation and 1 day on the assigned unit
• Must call staffing office 30-45 minutes prior to each shift to confirm assignment
• Must arrive on time to assigned unit by 0700 or 1900, with no clock-in before 0653/1853
• Weekend requirements vary based on unit needs
• Schedules are provided 3 weeks at a time, distributed about 10 days in advance
• No holiday requests, self-scheduling, or on-call shifts permitted
• Time off requests up to 5 days may be approved, with additional days requiring manager approval and possible extension of assignment length
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply