Contract | Full-Time | Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30)
Key Responsibilities
Float within scope of practice across PCU, Telemetry, Med/Surg, and ED Holding units; most shifts are expected to be spent in the ED Holding area
Care for patients with diagnoses including neuro, trauma, surgical, medical, respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, CHF, COPD, pneumonia, and orthopedic conditions
Provide cardiac stepdown and short-stay cardiac observation care, including post-CABG/TAVR, STEMIs, pacemakers, ablations, and post-cath patients
Perform and document hourly rounding, complete whiteboard updates, and deliver bedside shift report
Administer and titrate IV medications per protocol; follow strict two-nurse verification when wasting controlled substances (narcotics, benzodiazepines, etc.)
Document pain assessments before and after pain medication administration per facility timelines (30 minutes for IV, 1 hour for oral)
Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Washington State
BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Minimum 1 year of RN experience; strong PCU/Telemetry background required
EPIC EMR experience required
Proficiency with IV medication titration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, BiPAP management, ostomy care, general drains, tracheostomy, chest tubes, and lumbar drains
Traveler Telemetry Competency required prior to independent practice
Preferred Experience / Skills
Previous float pool experience strongly preferred, particularly for first-time travelers
Experience with TR Bands preferred
Experience with post-CABG/TAVR patient care (required for cardiac stepdown assignments)
Familiarity with Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing systems
Why Join Us
Robust departmental support including CNA assistance, a charge RN without patient assignment, 24/7 hospitalist and respiratory therapy coverage, and on-call cardiac and specialty physicians
Free on-site parking available in a covered parking garage