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Job description
Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Puyallup, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/02/2026
Duration: 14 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, flexible
Employment Type: Travel
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General Information
nLocation: Puyallup, WA
nFacility Type: Level III Trauma Center
nLicensed Beds: 375
nTotal ED Beds: 46 (including 5 Safe Psych rooms)
nAverage Patient Volume: 200 patients per day
nExperience Required: 2 years in Emergency Department (ED)
nTraveler Position: First-time travelers are welcome
Patient Types
n Age Range: Pediatrics to geriatrics
Conditions Include: Trauma, GSW, sepsis, COVID, STEMI, Stroke, DKA, mental health issues, respiratory problems, and high acuity medical cases
High Geriatric Population: Includes falls and STEMI
Pediatric Cases: Limited; generally transferred to a specialized facility
n Patient Ratios
nDay Shift Patient Ratio: 1 nurse per 4-5 patients (with flexibility based on acuity and staffing)
Certifications Required
n BLS
ACLS
PALS
TNCC
NIHSS
CPI/MOAB
n Essential Skills
n General ED experience, including cardiac rhythm interpretation
IV skills and knowledge of medication administration
Experience in procedural sedation and blood administration
Familiarity with cardiac medications and TNK administration (preferred)
n Unit Support
n ER Technician: Assists with glucose checks, iStat, and splinting
Charge Nurse: Rarely handles patient assignments
Resource/Float Nurse available
Respiratory Therapist: On-site 24/7
ED Educator present for ongoing support
Increased Security: Available 24/7 for safety
House Supervisor: On-site 24/7
Social Work Services: Assigned to the ED 24/7
Pharmacy Support: Available 24/7 for medication management
n Charting System and Equipment
n EHR: Epic
Medication Delivery: Alaris and Pyxis
Monitoring: Central and bedside telemetry
n Orientation
n Day 1: New Employee Orientation, Epic training (if needed), and mental health area introduction
Day 2: 12-hour shift with assigned preceptor
Traveler Telemetry Competency: Required prior to starting
n Scheduling
n Shift Options: n Day:
Night:
Mid: n (day/mids)
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Weekend Scheduling: Varies based on unit needs
Schedule Availability: Provided 3 weeks in advance
Time Off Requests: Approved by the Nurse Manager
n Additional Information
n Scrub Colors: Professional and any color allowed
Piercings: Modest/studs only; tattoos must be non-offensive
Parking: Free parking in designated areas
Team Culture: Traveler-friendly environment with a fast-paced, team-oriented focus
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About Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
Worksite address
puyallup, WA, 98374, US
Who can apply
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