RN - Radiation Oncology (Per Diem)

EvergreenHealth • Kirkland, WA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, Washington, is seeking an experienced Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse to join its established team. The RN provides total direct nursing care to patients in accordance with established standards of care and hospital and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines.

This is a per diem position with two availability tiers. Tier 1 RNs must be available to work at least 24 hours per month and receive a 17% hourly premium. Tier 2 RNs must be available to work 60 hours per month, including one weekend shift per month, one summer holiday, and one winter holiday, and receive a 20% hourly premium. Further details are provided at interview. The wage range is $50.14–$90.60 per hour, with additional pay for BSN or MSN. Job offers depend on relevant experience, education, and internal equity. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Washington State Nurses Association; union membership is optional.

Requirements

• Graduate of a nursing program; a diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Washington.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association by date of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in Radiation Oncology or general oncology nursing.
• OCN certification in oncology, or willingness to earn certification within three years of hire.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and act as a patient advocate.
• Assess the comprehensive nursing needs of an assigned group of patients.
• Coordinate patient and family/significant other education.
• Continuously plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, involving the patient and family/significant other in the process.
• Work with physician partners and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement the patient and family/significant other plan of care.
• Communicate relevant information, including patient information, safety issues, equipment problems, and quality issues, to the immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
• Communicate and document changes in patient condition promptly to the charge nurse or supervisor and physician.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL).
• Participation in a 457(b) retirement plan.
• Free parking.
• Cafeteria and gift shop discount.
• Additional pay for BSN or MSN.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree