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Virginia Mason Franciscan Health RN Residency Med Surg in Tacoma, Washington
Overview
Sign-on bonus & Relocation assistance available!
We're proud to share that St. Joseph Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington (https://engage.yourchi.org/OTM4LUhESC01NTIAAAGF5aeunntWzMKY7bZ8ec_h9MYx18FyGSvJ-1mzaPS0Jl93cdMgM2zN97f1TM2TwxqrF_nlEbg=) State by U.S. News & World Report.
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!
Why should you choose us?
St Joseph Medical Center pursues Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration as part of its every day culture. This is evident as soon as you enter our doors. At St Joseph Medical Center, you will be part of a friendly, supportive and cohesive team. We are passionate about providing care to our community and strive to be the most trusted destination for health in the PNW. We look forward to you joining our St Joseph family!
Responsibilities
Role:
Registered Nurse jobs are responsible for providing a wide variety of professional nursing services which focus on the provision of quality patient care consistent with VMFH System standards/values, applicable regulatory requirements and scope of practice for the nursing profession. Work also includes developing, implementing and assessing the patient plan of care during time of stay in collaboration with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and the patient/family. An incumbent is engaged in direct patient care, including assessing, planning, coordinating, evaluating and delegating work to members of the patient care team, and for providing education and consultation with patients, families, physicians and other staff members in implementing appropriate nursing interventions for optimal patient care.
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 evidence-based practices (EBP) through 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.
Medical Surgical Nurse
Looking for a challenge? Then Medical Surgical Telemetry is your answer! A Medical Surgical Nurse is a highly skilled profession, one that is extremely versatile and rewarding. You will see a variety of complex patient medical conditions and surgeries. As a Medical Surgical Nurse, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, quality care for our most vulnerable patients. Medical Surgical will keep you on your toes!
What you’ll do:
Provide comprehensive and compassionate care for Medical Surgical level patients, which can range from Heart Failure and Pneumonia to Hip Fractures and General Abdominal Surgeries
Develop and implement nursing care plans. Assess and monitoring patients
Administer medications and treatments
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that includes but not limited to, Physicians, Care Management, and Therapy Services.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred
One year of related work experience is preferred
Current State Licensure as a Registered Nurse is required
Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
Pay Range
$42.50 - $71.80 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.