Registered Nurse Infectious Disease Clinic

MultiCare Health System • Puyallup, WA

4d • $46 - $66

About The Position

The Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) works independently using the nursing process to assess, plan, coordinate, evaluate, and delegate nursing functions across the lifespan. The RN collaborates with patients and their families or significant others, physicians and advanced practice providers, patient care staff, leadership, and community partners. The role involves independent patient triage, delivery of medical regimens, patient advocacy, and contribution to quality of care and patient experience. The position is in an Infectious Disease Clinic and is full-time, with a 1.0 FTE day schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

MultiCare describes a nursing environment focused on clinical decision-making, open communication, professional development, and support for nurses. External applicants with at least one year of experience who commit to two years are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• Current Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license or Multistate License endorsement (MLS).
• Current BLS Certification.
• Two years of RN experience; clinic-setting experience is preferred.
• Candidates with less than two years of experience may be considered for the Transition to Practice Program.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).
• RN experience in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process as a systematic problem-solving approach to care, supporting optimal patient functioning and health.
• Independently triage patients in person, by telephone, and through secure messages using protocols, guidelines, and standards.
• Apply critical thinking and integrate relevant standards, resources, and data when making patient-care decisions.
• Use assessment and analysis skills to deliver medical regimens as directed by physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Delegate selected patient-care functions in accordance with others’ education, credentials, and demonstrated competence.
• Collaborate with the clinic team to improve quality of care, patient experience, and stewardship.
• Foster a learning environment for patients, families, and members of the health care team.
• Advocate for ethical, holistic care that promotes patient autonomy, dignity, and health across diverse ethnic and social backgrounds.

Benefits

• A $10,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants with one year of experience who make a two-year commitment.
• Competitive tuition assistance.
• Residencies, fellowships, and career development opportunities.
• Generous paid time off.
• Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Competitive salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed