RN Residency PCU

OverviewSign on Bonus for RN with 1 year experience in Specialty. Min 0.6 FTE required. New to VMFHEducation Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loansRN Residency Bonus for qualifying RN ResidentsRelocation AssistanceWe're proud to share that St Joseph Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. 103 hospitals in Washington were evaluated and 14 met the high standards to be ranked among the best.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!ResponsibilitiesJob 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.

QualificationsEducation/Experience

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

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

Current American Heart Association Healthcare BLS Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or attainment within 6 months of hire

CCRN/Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) preferred

Pay Range$42.50 - $71.80 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.