Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department - Good Samaritan

MultiCare Health System•Puyallup, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

MultiCare is seeking a staff Registered Nurse to join the hospital-based Emergency Department team at Good Samaritan Hospital. The RN uses specialized nursing knowledge and training to provide patient care through a multidisciplinary approach and participates in clinical decision-making, quality improvement, professional development, and open communication with colleagues. The role is 0.3 FTE, with rotating 12-hour night shifts. At least one year of emergency nursing experience is required. New graduate RNs and RNs without ED experience are encouraged to apply to a residency or fellowship opportunity instead. Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. Its services include a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, a Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, a Children’s Therapy Unit, and a 24-hour Emergency Department. The workplace includes facilities such as the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse license in Washington State or a multistate license endorsement (MLS).
Active BLS certification.
Active ACLS and PALS certifications are required by the department-specific requirements.
At least one year of emergency nursing experience is required.
A bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) is preferred.
One year of experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Certification in a specialty area is preferred.
ACLS, NALS, PALS, TNCC, or NRP certification as required by the facility or department.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).
Certification in a specialty area.
One year of experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

Organize patient care by prioritizing, delegating, delivering, and evaluating care on an ongoing basis.
Use nursing education and experience to provide care through the nursing process and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and protocols.
Collaborate with the nursing team to improve quality of care, patient experience, and cost effectiveness.
Foster a learning environment for patients and families, nursing staff, and other members of the health care team.
Advocate for ethical, holistic care that promotes the autonomy, dignity, and health of patients from diverse ethnic and social backgrounds.