Pullman Regional Hospital

Hospital · Pullman, WA

On the floor

What the day-to-day looks like

Setting: Hospital

The city

Living in Pullman, WA

Pullman is a classic college town on the Palouse hills, home to Washington State University. Expect a tight-knit community feel, Cougar game-day energy, and easy access to rolling farmland. Outdoor recreation is abundant nearby, and the broader region offers a quieter pace of life for nurses seeking a small-city environment.

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State price level · Washington: 7% above the national average; State index 107.0 (100 = national)
Median gross rent: $1,062/mo; rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income: $46,812/yr; all local households, not nurse pay

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Who they are

Pullman Regional Hospital is a healthcare facility located in Pullman, Washington (99163). The hospital's nursing model for Critical Care RNs includes cross-training and floating to additional departments.

Hospital · Pullman

More about Pullman Regional Hospital

This approach is designed to keep nurses productive during periods when critical care unit volumes do not necessitate full staffing, while maintaining in-house availability for emergencies. This suggests a flexible staffing model that prioritizes resource efficiency and emergency readiness. Working as a Critical Care RN at Pullman Regional Hospital involves serving both a primary unit and the broader hospital community during emergencies, with an expectation for versatility and adaptability across departmental lines.

Working here

Culture and working life

Cross-trainingFlexibilityCritical careEmergency responseTeamworkAdaptability

What to consider

The good

Cross-training opportunities across multiple departments
Skill diversification through floating to additional units
Active role in hospital-wide emergency and code response
Dynamic and varied clinical work environment

The hard parts

Mandatory floating to other departments during low-volume periods
Required to remain in-house and available for emergencies even when primary unit volumes are low
High-stakes responsibilities including code response throughout the hospital

The reality check

Before you decide

Quick facts

Relationship: Direct employer
Roles last seen active: Jun 26, 2026

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