Overview:
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Responsibilities:
What We Have To Offer
* The opportunity to work as a member of a cohesive team that treats a variety of patients
* A community hospital where staff will feel like a family and collaborate exceptionally well with physicians and across departments
* 8- and 12-hour shift options; no on-call time required
* Financial support for specialty certifications and tuition assistance for advanced degrees
* Faith-based culture with commitment to our Core Values of Reverence, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence where we value positive team players
* Competitive wages, incentives and a generous employee benefits program
Residency Program:
* St Clare ED offers one of the most robust residency programs in the area, offering over 400 hours of direct training, 7 specialized residency courses, as well as a number of additional courses and training that are specifically designed to help build up staff within our department
* Simulation Lab: St Clare ED has a designated simulation lab in which advanced training and simulations are conducted to further staff growth.
* Work Culture: The culture at SCH ED is one focused on compatibility, trust, and a team mentality
* Our staff have a great working relationship with our providers, one that is seldom found anywhere else
* We take pride in including staff in our interviews to ensure applicants are a good fit within our culture
* We also have a number of groups that meet outside of work that simply enjoy doing life together
Job Summary
* Assess and manage patients with varying acuity and conditions, from minor to urgent, across all populations and age groups
* Provide stabilization and emergency care for patients to include special procedures such as triage, orthopedic splinting, cardiac pacing, cardioversion and defibrillation; eyes, ears, nose and throat procedures, wound repair, complex medication administration, cardio-respiratory resuscitation, gynecological and obstetrical procedures and management of psychiatric emergencies
* Administers, oversees and documents the administration of medications
* Prepares patient for discharge and assists with coordinating post discharge needs
* Demonstrates competent professional nursing practice and engages in opportunities for professional growth
* Provides health care education and guidance to patients and families
Qualifications:
Education/Experience
* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred
* Previous E.D. experience current within the last 2 years preferred, OR
* Critical care experience, current within the last 2 years preferred, OR
* New graduate or RNs without E.D. or Critical Care experience AND successful completion of the E.D. residency program.
* Current Healthcare BLS Certification
* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification within sixty days of hire, and maintained as current thereafter.
* Completion of a NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Provider) class is required at sites that do not provide labor and delivery services within twelve months of date of hire and must be maintained as current thereafter
* Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) within twelve months of date of hire. Certification must be maintained as current thereafter
* National Institutes of Health Strokes Scale (NIHSS) certification within six months of date of hire, and maintained as current thereafter
* Emergency Nurse Pediatric Certification (ENPC) OR Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within twelve months of date of hire. Certification(s) must be maintained as current thereafter
* Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and/or Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) certification is preferred
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