RN / Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at UW Medical Center-Northwest
About The Position
UW Medical Center-Northwest's Emergency Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Night Shift Registered Nurse. This is a fast-paced environment and a great match for RNs interested in supporting a diverse population from our local and regional communities. We are proud of our culture, where open communication, mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to employee growth is shared by all. Our Emergency Department is a 22-bed Level IV Trauma Center with surgical capabilities and a designated Primary Stroke Center. We are the frontline of complex, high-acuity patient care for an expanding community hospital. We consistently hold 1:4 nurse to patient ratios and have been recognized for providing one of the fastest times to treatment for cardiac patients in the Seattle region. Many of our RNs are Daisy Award Winners.
Requirements
- 1 year of recent RN work experience in an Emergency Department
- ACLS
- BLS
- Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
Responsibilities
- Assess and triage patients upon arrival
- Stabilize patients with life-threatening injuries and illnesses
- Monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs
- Administer medications and fluids
- Respond quickly when emergent issues arise
- Work alongside emergency department physicians, cardiac care professionals, social workers, and paramedics
- Support patients with trauma, cardiac, stroke, and behavioral health needs
- Provide personalized patient care with compassion and dignity
Benefits
- BSN (or higher) premium - $1.00/hour
- Certification premium - $1.25/hour
- Night premium - $5.00/hour
- Weekend premium (Fridays and Saturdays) - $4.00/hour
- Sunday night premium - $3.00/hour
- Overtime pay
- For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
