Charge RN
US-WA-Seattle
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 346455
Type: Night
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Overview: 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. While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more! Responsibilities: **This position receives a lead premium of $3.25 /Hour on top of the hourly rate.** * Oversees unit nursing operations during assigned shift(s): Facilitates efficient admission, discharge and transfer of residents. Provides skill development and competency assessment for staff. On an on-going basis, assesses and, as necessary, corrects performance of staff.; provides input into staff performance evaluations. Consistently solves problems in an effective manner. * Resource Allocation: Delegates tasks based on efficient delivery requirements and maintains a level of oversight appropriate to the delegated task. Assigns and changes priorities within the work unit to ensure provision of exceptional quality and service. Anticipates comprehensive needs on a day-to-day basis; participates in coordination of patient flow, such as relieving staff if needed so they can take breaks. * Leadership: Orients new staff and serves as a clinical resource. Successfully establishes effective working relationships with members of the interdisciplinary care team. Shares appropriate information with all members of the care team, including support staff, in a manner appropriate and timely for the patient's condition. Responds proactively to change and demonstrates flexibility in meeting work unit needs. Works with the BBH Nursing Manager to identify, develop and implement unit goals, Lean initiatives and standard work, and to plan for staff recruitment and retention. * Provides direct patient care. Performs ongoing assessment of the following domains: physio-biological, emotional, spiritual, social, dying and end of life care. Provides ongoing assessment of functional status. Evaluates/documents response of patients/families to therapeutic intervention; revises care plans and/or provides referrals accordingly. Practices nursing by consistently being accountable for coordination of care. As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following additional benefits: * Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company * Paid holidays, vacation and sick time * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance plans * Flexible health spending accounts: DCFSA and FSA * Health Savings Account - (HSA) for use with the high deductible health plan * Short and long term disability programs * Employer paid life insurance * 401a and 403b retirement programs * Tuition Assistance for career growth and development * Bright Horizons programs for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family * Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft Qualifications: * Current, valid licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Washington required. CPR certification is required every two years or as specified by the work. * One year clinical experience in a long-term care/nursing home or acute care setting required. * Demonstrated skill in prioritizing the demands of daily operations and organizing required resources. * Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program, preferred. * Experience in HIV/AIDS nursing preferred. Experience in a lead/charge capacity desirable. Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking. Virginia Mason Medical Center, was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Seattle, WA, Virginia Mason is an internationally recognized leader in the continuous improvement of health care. With an extensive list of awards and distinctions that includes our recognition as Top Hospital of the Decade by The Leapfrog Group, Virginia Mason offers you the opportunity to partner with exceptionally talented peers at every level. You will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - our patients. We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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