RN - ICU

ICU Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN)This position involves working within a float pool, requiring the flexibility to assist in multiple units, including ICU, PCU, CCU, and ED holding areas that accommodate ICU and PCU patients.Facility OverviewLocation: Tacoma, WALevel II Trauma CenterLevel IV NICUTotal Beds: 437Unit InformationThe average patient census will vary based on the specific unit. Candidates must have at least one year of ICU experience. First-time travelers will be considered if they have robust ICU experience and prior float pool exposure.Patient Types and Common DiagnosesCare will include, but is not limited to, the following patient types:Neuro, Trauma, Medical, Surgical:SepsisPneumoniaDiabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)Delirium Tremens (DT)Multi-system failureSpinal injuriesPre/Post catheterization patientsGeneral surgical patientsRespiratory compromiseCongestive Heart Failure (CHF)Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)Gunshot wounds (GSW)StabbingsMotor vehicle accidents (MVA)StrokesTraumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)Spinal surgeriesCOVID-19 patientsCVICU:24 hours post-CABG (10 per week)EsophagectomyTAVR (3 per week)AAA repairThoracic and vascular surgeriesPost-arrest carePatient RatiosICU: 1:2PCU/ACC/CCU: 1:4ED holding: Same ratios depending on the level of careQualificationsLicensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) licenseNational Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSSSkills:Cardiac rhythm interpretationVentilator and BiPAP managementInvasive line managementOstomy careGeneral drainsTracheostomy careChest tube managementIV medication titrationExperience with EPIC EMR requiredSupport within the DepartmentCharge NurseHospitalists available 24/7Respiratory Therapists on-site 24/7Intensivists available 24/7Cardiologist on-call 24/7Phlebotomy servicesRapid Response/Code Team supportTechnology and EquipmentElectronic Medical Record: EPIC (required)IV Pump: AlarisMedication Dispensing: PyxisUnit-specific equipment availableOrientation ProcessNEO: 1 dayUnit orientation: 1 shift in ICU