RN - 19471453

St Michael Medical Center • Silverdale, WA

5d

About The Position

Seeking a dedicated and experienced PCU Nursing Float professional to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. The position is on a 32-bed stepdown unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4. The unit uses EPIC, has CNA support at a ratio of 1:8–12, and provides telemetry with remote tech support. The nurse may float to medical-surgical/telemetry and PCU floors. Common diagnoses include CVA/TIA, STEMI/NSTEMI, chest pain rule-out MI, ACS, CHF, renal failure, respiratory distress, DKA/HHNK, PE/DVT, atrial fibrillation, and patients undergoing pre- and post-cardiac procedures.

The shift is 12 hours, nights from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Weekend work is based on unit needs, and holiday work is required; flexibility is expected. The unit has a high patient turnover rate and describes its team environment as cohesive, with travelers welcomed as integral team members. Floor-specific orientation includes 12 hours of policy and procedure overview and additional EPIC training as needed.

Support services include respiratory therapy and pharmacy available in-house 24/7, an IV team available from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and a registered nurse on the Rapid Response Team available 24/7.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience.
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• NIHSS certification.
• Washington or Compact nursing license.
• Flexibility to work holidays and weekends based on unit needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced stepdown/PCU environment.
• Float to medical-surgical/telemetry and PCU floors as needed.
• Work nights and meet weekend and holiday scheduling requirements based on unit needs.
• Care for patients with the diagnoses and conditions described, including cardiac, respiratory, renal, and neurologic conditions.

What This Job Offers

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