RN Inpatient - Jones 5 Admit PACU

Virginia Mason Medical Center•Seattle, WA

4d•$47 - $89•Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region. As our Inpatient Registered Nurse, you will deliver high-quality, skilled nursing services to patients requiring hospitalization, guiding them toward optimal health and functional recovery. Every day you will assess patient needs, administer medications, perform treatments, and continuously monitor patient conditions. You will collaborate seamlessly with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans, always preparing patients and their families for a successful discharge, whether to home or to another setting for continued care. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong clinical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for every individual. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health provides a range of procedural specialty service lines. Some of our procedures include GI/Endo, Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Electrophysiology lab. In this position the RN will be responsible for both Admit and recovery of patients undergoing these procedures. The PACU nurses are also responsible for the management and evaluation of post anesthesia and postoperative complications including pain and nausea. The Registered Nurse in PACU holds the autonomy to determine readiness for discharge from PACU based on PACU scoring criteria.

Requirements

Current WA State RN license is required.
1 or more years recent RN experience with acute care patients.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
BLS from AHA upon time of hire
Quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire is required.

Nice To Haves

ACLS & PALS certification required within 60 days of hire.
Current experience in PACU & ICU is strongly preferred.
Previous experience with starting IV’s preferable
BSN or MSN preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver exceptional patient care: Utilize your clinical expertise to assess patient needs, develop individualized care plans, and administer medications and treatments.
Collaborate effectively: Work seamlessly with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Advocate for your patients: Champion their needs and rights, ensuring their autonomy, dignity, and decision-making power are respected.
Embrace diversity: Provide culturally sensitive care, recognizing and respecting the unique needs of each patient.
Maintain professional excellence: Stay current with the latest clinical advancements through continuing education and professional development.
Responsible for both Admit and recovery of patients undergoing GI/Endo, Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Electrophysiology lab procedures.
Management and evaluation of post anesthesia and postoperative complications including pain and nausea.
Determine readiness for discharge from PACU based on PACU scoring criteria.