Nurse Cardio PCU

Job Summary:

This 24 bed critical care unit houses patients being admitted for cardiac thoracic and vascular care. This unit also entails ICU and PCU levels of care. Each private room is large enough to house all necessary pumps and equipment while allowing for space for family support (when allowed). This includes CRRT Impella IABP and ventilators. Staffing is based on national standards of care and includes: 2:1 1:1 1:2 and 1:3.

Essential Duties:

• Provides continuous cardiac monitoring arrhythmia recognition and intervention. 

• Initiates and titrates multiple complex cardiac related infusions at higher doses. 

• Manages intubated/mechanically ventilated patients. 

• Manages patients with acute neurological/neurosurgical events. 

• Manages acute trauma patients.

Job Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.  
• Previous PCU or ICU experience preferred. 
• Previous Emergency room experience also considered
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing. 
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Certification. Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or attainment within six months of hire. 
• CCRN or PCCN preferred.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.