Experienced Registered Nurse - Acute Care, Med-Surg (Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem)
- UW Medicine
- Seattle, WA, USA
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| Join Harborview Medical Center's teams of outstanding med/surg/acute care/tele nurses! (Registered Nurse 2; RN2). Harborview Medical Center is a level one adult and pediatric trauma center as well as regional burn center for a four state region; a teaching and research hospital for the University of Washington; and a public/safety-net hospital for our diverse community **************************************************************************** **Acute Care, Med-Surg, Tele** *1EH -12 - Med/Surg/Tele - no positions currently in recruitment (recruitment could resume at any time). *3EH - Med/Tele - 90% Night positions open; and per diem variable shift positions open. (per diem- minimum five 12 hour shifts per month with at least two weekend shifts). *4EH - Med/Tele/Oncology - 90% FTE night & 90% FTE day position open. *4WH - Trauma Rehabilitation - 90% night position open. *5EH - Med/Surg/Tele - 90% FTE nights & 90% FTE days position currently open; and per diem position open. *6EH - Ortho Trauma - 90% night position open; and per diem positions available (per diem - minimum availability 6 -8 shifts per month, day/evening shift, at least two weekend shifts per month).. *6MB - Planned Surgery (also includes med/surg/ortho/neuro/trauma; 90% nights position currently open; and per diem position open. *7EH - Trauma/General Surgery - 100% FTE nights position currently open; and per diem position open. *8EH - Burns/Plastics/Peds - 90% FTE nights position currently open *Acute Care Float Pool - 90% Night positions open; and per diem variable shift positions open. *3WH - Neuro/Tele- 90% night positions open; and, per diem variable position open (per diem position with a minimum availability of 6 -8 shifts per month). ***The award winning 36 bed acute care 3WH Neuroscience (Neuro/Tele) floor specializes in the management of acute trauma and acute vascular disease, patients with aneurysms, as well as other neurosurgical problems such as brain tumors and spinal disorders. We also provide expert management of stroke and epilepsy patients. Harborview's Neurosciences acute care (neuro/tele) unit is a Comprehensive Stroke Center and proud to be the recipient of the Top Box and Patient Satisfaction Award for five quarters. We can thank the wonderful Achievements and Great work to the amazing leaders and staff members who make up the 3 West family! **Continuity of Care Program (CCN)** 100% FTE (40 hours per week), Day Shift 50% FTE (20 hours per week), Day Shift(Sat/Sun weekend position) *and, per diem available. Continuity of Care Nurse (CCN) coordinates all aspects of care leading to a timely transition to the next level of care for patients on acute care units. The CCN serves as a liaison between patients, families, medical teams, nursing staff, social services, interdisciplinary team members, consulting and referring physicians and agencies involved in the care of patients from admission through the discharge process. Minimum Requirement: 1. Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Washington. 2. Minimum of two years professional nursing experience in Trauma/General Surgery, Critical and/or Acute Care, Emergency Care, or equivalent education and experience. 3. Able to carry equipment (15-20lbs) from supply to the patient room Desired Qualifications: 4. Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of acute care patients. 5. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN required. 6. Some Case Management or discharge planning experience and understanding of care coordination and Transition of care 7. Have computer skill to facilitate and document timely interdisciplinary huddle report. 8. Very well developed Communication skill is critical for the workflow |
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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. |
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UW Medicine (Harborview Medical Center and University of Washington Medical Center), Seattle, Washington
Our Mission: To improve the health of the public
At UW Medicine, we work together as a team—with you at its center—to provide the most effective and compassionate care, always. From proactive preventive care to breakthrough discoveries fresh from the lab, UW Medicine is here for you today, and training for your tomorrow.
Working at UW Medicine is not just a job, it’s a calling. Our mission is improving the health of the public, and we do that worldwide, from the neighborhoods of Seattle to the remote areas of Africa.
Our employees provide patient-centered care at our two leading academic medical centers and our many hospital- and community-based clinics. Our researchers are leading scientists whose medical discoveries set the standard of care across the globe. Our faculty teach the next generation of innovative physicians and health-care professionals.
Whether you work at the bedside or at the research bench, in the clinic or in the Emergency Department, you are on the leading edge of health care.
Harborview Medical Center (HMC) is the only level one trauma center and burn center, for both adults and pediatrics, for all of Washington, Alaska, Idaho and Montana. Harborview is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD, Center for Advanced Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (CARER), and mentally-and medically- vulnerable populations. In addition to the centers of emphasis, HMC serves a mission population for King County. Harborview is the recipient of the prestigious Beacons Award for Critical Care Excellence. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. HMC is owned by King County and managed by the University of Washington (UW) and serves as a training site for UW’s School of Medicine.
University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) is a world-renowned academic medical center. UW Medicine physicians and other healthcare professionals based at UW Medical Center provide highly specialized services for cardiac care; cancer care and stem cell transplantation; obstetrical care (including a Level IV neonatal intensive care unit); sports, spine and orthopedics care; and solid organ transplantation. UW Medical Center has been ranked consistently among the top 15 hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
The hospital was recognized for excellence in nursing care when it became the nation’s first Magnet Hospital in 1994, and it has met the rigorous criteria of the American Nurses Credentialing Center to renew this designation for the sixth consecutive time.
UW Medicine (including HMC and UWMC) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service.