Minimum 1 year of true telemetry or PCU experience required
Experience
Experience with drips such as Heparin, amiodarone, Cardizem, and nitro required
Also asks
Must pass a cardiac rhythm interpretation exam during the compliance process prior to start
Also asks
Skills required include high flow O2, chest tubes, peripheral IV starts/maintenance, wound care/dressing changes, wound vac management, JP and hemovac drains, nephrostomy tube care, pain management, PCA, central line management, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
Below most Washington travel postingsWashington travel postings that state pay run $1,870/week to $2,800/week, the middle half $2,100/week to $2,570/week, across 98 postings.
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg System Float Pool position requiring at least 1 year of telemetry or PCU experience and a WA or compact RN license.
Details
System Float Pool position at a 123-bed Level III Trauma Center community hospital in Spokane Valley, WA
Floats between Med/Surg (44 beds), Acute Respiratory (16 beds), ED/MS Overflow, and Progressive Care units within scope of practice
Med/Surg patients include COPD, CHF, sepsis, AKI/CKD, DVT, PE, cellulitis, pancreatitis, and ETOH as well as surgical/ortho, GI, GU, GYN, podiatry, and ENT cases
Acute Respiratory floor cares for COPD, pneumonia, CHF, and other respiratory patients using high flow and BiPap, located near RT and ICU
Progressive Care unit manages PCU-level patients only, including Afib RVR and q4h checks, with no ICU, cath lab, major cardiac, neuro, or trauma cases
Patient ratios are 1:5 on Med/Surg and 1:3 on PCU with no CNA support
12-hour day and night shifts (0700-1930 and 1900-0730), 36 hours per week
Works every other weekend with no on-call requirement, though low census is possible
EMR is Epic, IV pump is ICU Plum Medical, and medication dispensing is via Pyxis
Requirements
Active WA or compact RN license required
BLS and ACLS certifications required
Minimum 1 year of true telemetry or PCU experience required
Must pass a cardiac rhythm interpretation exam during the compliance process prior to start
Skills required include high flow O2, chest tubes, peripheral IV starts/maintenance, wound care/dressing changes, wound vac management, JP and hemovac drains, nephrostomy tube care, pain management, PCA, central line management, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
Experience with drips such as Heparin, amiodarone, Cardizem, and nitro required
Additional Information
Support team includes CNAs on Med-Surg units, Charge RN as a resource, 24/7 phlebotomy, RT, hospitalist, and rapid response/code team, plus OT, PT, and SLP during the day
Centralized tele monitoring with dedicated techs available 24/7
Orientation includes 1 day of classroom training with skills check-off, followed by 12 hours of unit orientation split across three units
Shift safety huddle held at the start of every shift
Scrubs must be any solid, professional color with no graphics, logos, or designs
Free parking available in a designated area
Travelers often enjoy the unit culture, frequently extend assignments, and some staff originally started as travelers
Neighborhoods+Prospective residents weigh multiple distinct micro-markets across the metro area. Spokane Valley offers a more expansive suburban layout with convenient arterial access, contrasting with Spokane's South Hill, which is favored for its mature tree canopy, historic Craftsman homes, and immediate proximity to major hospital hubs. Nearby options include the master-planned suburban enclave of Liberty Lake to the east and the Northside towards the county line, allowing healthcare workers to choose between dense neighborhood grids and properties offering larger lot sizes.
Prospective residents weigh multiple distinct micro-markets across the metro area. Spokane Valley offers a more expansive suburban layout with convenient arterial access, contrasting with Spokane's South Hill, which is favored for its mature tree canopy, historic Craftsman homes, and immediate proximity to major hospital hubs.
Nearby options include the master-planned suburban enclave of Liberty Lake to the east and the Northside towards the county line, allowing healthcare workers to choose between dense neighborhood grids and properties offering larger lot sizes.
Getting around+Spokane Valley sits directly along the Interstate 90 corridor, which serves as the primary regional artery connecting east-valley residential areas to major medical centers and downtown employers. While everyday commutes across the region are generally considered short and manageable compared to large West Coast metros, local drivers frequently note congestion during peak rush hours, particularly along key highway merges and major shopping thoroughfares.
Spokane Valley sits directly along the Interstate 90 corridor, which serves as the primary regional artery connecting east-valley residential areas to major medical centers and downtown employers. While everyday commutes across the region are generally considered short and manageable compared to large West Coast metros, local drivers frequently note congestion during peak rush hours, particularly along key highway merges and major shopping thoroughfares.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation is central to life in the Spokane Valley region across all four seasons. Paved routes like the Centennial Trail stretch from Spokane through the Valley toward the Idaho border, accommodating runners, cyclists, and rollerbladers alongside the Fish Lake Trail. Nearby waters such as the Spokane River, Little Spokane River, and Lake Coeur d'Alene offer summer paddleboarding, boating, and river floating, while Mt. Spokane provides nearby winter skiing and snowboarding.
Outdoor recreation is central to life in the Spokane Valley region across all four seasons. Paved routes like the Centennial Trail stretch from Spokane through the Valley toward the Idaho border, accommodating runners, cyclists, and rollerbladers alongside the Fish Lake Trail.
Nearby waters such as the Spokane River, Little Spokane River, and Lake Coeur d'Alene offer summer paddleboarding, boating, and river floating, while Mt. Spokane provides nearby winter skiing and snowboarding.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Spokane Valley
Spokane Valley offers relocating nurses an accessible suburban base situated midway between urban Spokane and North Idaho's recreational lakes. For healthcare professionals seeking functional space, the Valley delivers single-family neighborhoods with sizable yards, garages, and streamlined access to the Interstate 90 corridor. Living here places four-season adventure at your doorstep: trail runs along the Centennial Trail, summer floating on the Spokane River, weekend trips to Lake Coeur d'Alene, and winter skiing at Mt. Spokane. Urban amenities, from the roaring Spokane Falls and Looff Carrousel at Riverfront Park to coffee houses and regional dining, sit just a quick drive west. However, newcomers must navigate practical tradeoffs. Traffic bottlenecks develop along primary retail strips and highway commutes during shift changes. Furthermore, true winter cold, snow, and short daylight hours require seasonal preparation, and local wages do not always keep step with rising regional living expenses. For nurses who value outdoor recreation, manageable urban proximity, and suburban breathing room, Spokane Valley provides a balanced Pacific Northwest landing pad.
