Job Information
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health RN PCU in Burien, Washington
Overview
Join a caring group of purpose driven professionals serving a diverse community with compassion and character. At St. Anne Hospital we strive to be the most trusted destination for health and healing.
In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!
Responsibilities
Job Requirements
We are looking for a responsible and compassionate Registered Nurse with top-notch clinical skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. It is also important to display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to effectively educate patients and their families on the healthcare process.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for providing care to the patient who is hemodynamically compromised and requires monitoring of multiple systems and/or nursing interventions every two to four hours.
Work is performed under standards of safety and care that provide instruction/guidance for taking care of issues and patient needs in the absence of a physician.
Requires the use of judgment and critical thinking skills in making decisions regarding patient care (within the scope of practice), including knowledge and integration of available standards, resources and data, and in the efficient utilization of staff/resources.
Work involves continuous contact with physicians, patients, patient families, community agencies, patient care staff and management.
An incumbent is accountable for the quality of care provided to patients, and has the authority to direct care, provide education, seek resources at the unit/department level, and delegate appropriate tasks.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required.
One year of related work experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Possession of a BSN degree is preferred.
Previous PCU/ICU experience preferred, or
1-2 years med/surg experience, or
New graduate with completion of senior practicum in a specialty area i.e.: Critical Care, ED, PACU or
For those with no previous PCU/ICU experience, must successfully complete the PCU residency or the critical care residency program
License/Certification
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing required.
Current Healthcare BLS Certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or attainment within 6 months of hire required.
CCRN/Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) preferred.
Pay Range
$41.34 - $69.80 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.