Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 01/25/2027 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Information This position is for a Float Pool Nurse, which entails floating within the scope of practice across various units, including Patient Care Unit (PCU), Telemetry, Medical-Surgical, and Emergency Department Holding. The nurse may also float to a nearby facility within a 2.5-mile radius as needed. Patient Types & Common Diagnoses The most frequent unit assignment will be in the Emergency Department Holding. While this is not considered the designated home unit, it will likely be the primary assignment during the contract period.

Common patient types and diagnoses include: Neuro, Trauma, Surgical, Medical cases. Respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, bleeding disorders, general medical and surgical conditions. Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), pneumonia, orthopedic issues, and strokes. Cardiac Stepdown Unit cases such as post-operative CABG/TAVRs, STEMIs, and various cardiac observations.

Patient Ratios PCU: 1:4 Medical-Surgical: 1:5-6 Requirements Licenses & Certifications BLS (Basic Life Support) ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) Required Skills IV Medication Titration Cardiac rhythm interpretation Bipap management Experience with ostomies, general drains, tracheostomy care, chest tubes, and lumbar drains Experience with TR Bands (preferred) Familiarity with EPIC EMR Department Support The nursing team is supported by: CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Charge RN without patient assignment Hospitalist available 24/7 Respiratory Therapists available 24/7 Cardiac and specialty physicians on call 24/7 Technology & Equipment EMR: EPIC (required)

IV Pump: Alaris Medication Dispensing: Pyxis Orientation & Scheduling 1-day general hospital orientation 1-day unit orientation (12 hours) on the PCU unit Weekend rotation: every other weekend, with occasional back-to-back weekend shifts (rare)

RTO (Requests Time Off): Up to 5 days approved Shift times: 0700-1930 or 1900-0730 Schedule cycles are planned in 3-week increments, with notifications provided 7-10 days prior to the schedule start No self-scheduling or guaranteed patterned schedule Additional Notes Scrub Color: Any solid color that maintains professionalism. Free parking is available in the parking garage. Hourly rounding and documentation are required, including filling out whiteboards. Medications must not be left at the bedside or in scrub pockets, and saline flushes are treated as medication. Medications must not be left in an unlocked cart. Two-nurse verification is required for wasting controlled substances. Document pain assessments before and after administering pain medications (30 minutes for IV, 1 hour for oral). Mandatory breaks are required during shifts. Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID 38740306. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: RN PCU/Stepdown About Wellspring Nurse Source Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth , and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients. Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026 , a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey. We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with. If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.