“`html

Emergency Department Nurse

General Information

Location: Puyallup, WA

This position is within a Level III Trauma Center with 375 licensed beds and is designed to treat an average of 200 patients per day.

Patient Population

The Emergency Department serves a diverse range of patients, including:

• Pedriatric to geriatric patients
• Trauma and gunshot wounds (GSW)
• Sepsis
• COVID-19
• STEMI and acute stroke patients
• Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and respiratory issues
• High acuity medical cases
• Mental health and adult psychiatric cases

Special attention is given to a high geriatric population, particularly those experiencing falls and STEMI. Pediatric cases are typically transferred to specialized facilities.

Work Environment

Daily patient-to-nurse ratios are 1:4-5, with the ability to adjust based on acuity and staffing needs.

Required Qualifications

• 2 years of Emergency Department experience
• Current certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
  • CPI/MOAB (Crisis Prevention Institute/Management of Aggressive Behavior)
• General ED skills including cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV skills, medication administration, procedural sedation, and blood administration
• Recent experience with the EPIC charting system

Support on the Unit

The Emergency Department is well supported with:

• Emergency Room Technicians for glucose checks and assisting with splinting
• Resource/Float Nurses
• Respiratory Therapists available 24/7
• ED Educator
• Security staff for safety 24/7
• House Supervisors available around the clock
• Social Work Services assigned to the ED 24/7
• Pharmacy support available 24/7

Orientation and Training

Orientation consists of:

• Day 1: New Employee Orientation (NEO), EPIC training (as needed), and shadowing with staff in mental health and front-line areas
• Day 2: 12-hour shift with designated preceptor
• Completion of Traveler Telemetry Competency prior to start date

Scheduling Information

Shifts include:

• Day/Mids: 0700, 1100
• Mids/Nights: 1500, 1900

Scheduling is flexible and designed to accommodate individual needs, with schedules provided three weeks in advance. Weekend work will vary based on the needs of the department. Holiday expectations require coverage for 2 of 5 major holidays.

Workplace Culture

The environment is traveler-friendly, characterized by a fast-paced and team-oriented atmosphere. Many travelers choose to extend their assignments.

Professional Attire

Staff are permitted to wear any professional scrub colors. Modest piercings and non-offensive tattoos are allowed.

Parking

Free parking is available in designated areas.

“`