RN - 19348394

Good Samaritan Hospital • Puyallup, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse floats primarily among GSH 1, River North and South, and float pool teams, providing care across diverse units and patient populations. Assignments may include MSICU, CVICU, PCU, CCU, Medical, Surgical, Inpatient Rehab, and the ER holding unit. The role requires flexibility and resourcefulness while managing patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, sepsis, GI bleeds, and postoperative complications, including complex needs in high-acuity settings.

The nurse administers medications, manages advanced therapies, coordinates care with Hospitalists, Intensivists, and other interdisciplinary team members, and transports patients. The role may also assist in the ED holds area, especially during slower transport periods. Patient ratios vary by unit and acuity: ICU 1:2; PCU and CCU 1:4; Medical and Surgical 1:5; and Rehab 1:8 in a team model with RNs, LPNs, and Techs.

Minimum experience varies by assignment: one year in ICU for ICU work; 1.5 years in PCU, or one year with strong references for ER holds; and one year in Medical or Surgical units. Certifications vary by role. Telemetry competency must be completed and passed before starting. Orientation includes two days of hospital orientation, one day on the assigned unit, and four hours of orientation to other units when floating.

Requirements

• One year of ICU experience for a position in that unit.
• 1.5 years of PCU experience, or one year of experience with strong references for ER holds.
• One year of experience in Medical or Surgical units.
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications for ICU and PCU roles.
• BLS and NIHSS certifications for Medical-Surgical roles.
• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and management skills.
• Experience with advanced ventilator management and invasive line care.
• Proficiency in medication titration and IV management.
• Excellent communication and patient teaching skills.
• Telemetry competency must be completed and passed before the start of the position.
• Must work every other weekend.
• Must check in 30–45 minutes before assignment each shift.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EPIC, Alaris, and Pyxis.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care across MSICU, CVICU, PCU, CCU, Medical, Surgical, Inpatient Rehab, and the ER holding unit.
• Assess and manage patients with respiratory failure, sepsis, GI bleeds, postoperative complications, and other conditions relevant to assigned units.
• Utilize advanced therapies and manage complex patient needs in high-acuity settings.
• Administer medications and manage medication titration and IV care.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams, including Hospitalists and Intensivists.
• Transport patients and assist in the ED holds area, particularly during slower transport times.
• Complete and pass telemetry competency before starting the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed