Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary nurse in an ED Holding unit, caring for a mixed patient population across ICU, PCU, and Med-Surg acuity levels with ratios of 1:2 (ICU), 1:4 (PCU), and 1:5 (Med-Surg). Provide ACLS transport support throughout the hospital including inpatient units, ED, CT, MRI, PACU, and Cath Lab, with after-hours support to the ED Holds area as transport volume decreases.
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Location
Puyallup, WA
Description
TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified IMC RN in Puyallup, Washington, 98372!
Serve as the primary nurse in an ED Holding unit, caring for a mixed patient population across ICU, PCU, and Med-Surg acuity levels with ratios of 1:2 (ICU), 1:4 (PCU), and 1:5 (Med-Surg)
Float across multiple inpatient units — including PCU, Med-Surg, Oncology, Ortho, Palliative, and Inpatient Rehab — within scope of practice and below, as needed for partial shifts
Perform cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV medication titration, and management of invasive lines, vents, chest tubes, trachs, drains, and ostomies based on assigned unit
Provide ACLS transport support throughout the hospital including inpatient units, ED, CT, MRI, PACU, and Cath Lab, with after-hours support to the ED Holds area as transport volume decreases
Document accurately using EPIC EMR and operate equipment including Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing systems
Demonstrate flexibility, strong communication skills, and patient teaching/education abilities in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in the state of Washington
BLS certification required for all unit assignments
ACLS certification required for ICU and PCU assignments
NIHSS certification required for ICU, PCU, and Med-Surg assignments
Minimum 2 years of experience in an ICU, PCU, or acute care setting (based on assigned unit)
Telemetry competency required prior to or during orientation
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience with higher-level ICU therapies such as CRRT, prone positioning, or hypothermia protocols
Familiarity with IV medication titration including Amiodarone, Cardizem, nitroglycerin, dopamine, dobutamine, heparin, and insulin drips
Experience caring for oncology, palliative, or inpatient rehabilitation patient populations
Prior travel nursing experience; first-time travelers are welcome to apply
Why Join Us
Work within a well-supported clinical environment featuring 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage alongside dedicated tech support across all units
Gain broad clinical exposure across multiple specialty units in a dynamic acute care setting with a structured orientation process to set you up for success