Travel ICU RN - $2,747 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 01/11/2027 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) General Information This position involves floating within multiple locations, including all ICUs, PCU/CCUs, and ED holding units. Applicants must have a minimum of one year of ICU experience. First-time travelers with strong ICU skills and previous float pool experience are welcome to apply. Patient Types Travelers will be expected to care for the following patient populations: COVID-19 Patients Neuro, Trauma, Medical, Surgical patients Sepsis, pneumonia, DKA, DTs, multi-system failure, spinal injuries Pre/post catheterization patients (radial approach) General surgery patients Respiratory compromise, CHF, COPD Gunshot wounds (GSW), stabbings, motor vehicle accidents (MVA) Strokes, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), various back surgeries CVICU patients post-operatively (including CABG, TAVR, AAA repair) Patient Ratios ICU: 1 nurse to 2 patients PCU/ACC/CCU: 1 nurse to 4 patients ER Holding: Ratio based on patient level of care Certifications Required ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) BLS (Basic Life Support) NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) Required Skills Cardiac rhythm interpretation Ventilator and BiPAP management Invasive line management Ostomy care, general drains, tracheostomy care Chest tubes and lumbar drains management IV medication titration Support on the Unit Support will be provided by: Charge Nurse Hospitalist, Respiratory Therapist, and Intensivist – available 24/7 Cardiologist on call 24/7 for specific units Charting System Experience with the Epic charting system is required. Scheduling The schedule is typically organized three weeks in advance, with patterns determined by management. Expectations include: Every other weekend shifts Occasional back-to-back weekend shifts (rare) No self-scheduling or guarantee of a consistent schedule Time off requires manager approval for any requests exceeding five days Floating Requirements Travelers may be required to float to: Neuro/Trauma/Medical/Cardiac ICU CCU (Cardiac Step Down) PCU/ACC ED Holding Med/Surg Units Any open surge areas for the above units Travelers may also float to nearby locations as needed, with advance notice provided. Orientation 1 day of general hospital orientation 1 day of unit orientation (12 hours) on the ICU unit 1 day (12 hours) on similar units Additional Requirements Telemetry competency must be completed and passed prior to starting. Professional scrubs of any color are permitted. Parking is free within designated areas. Documentation of hourly rounding and bedside report is mandatory. Medication Management Saline flushes are considered medication and should not be left at the bedside or in scrubs. Medications should not be left Thrive Staffing Job ID 19175501. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About Thrive Staffing At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.