Job Information
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Nurse Recovery Services in Bremerton, Washington
Overview
Sign-on Bonus Available
Up to $25,000.00 in Education Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loans. (min .75 FTE required)
In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
St. Michael Medical Center is looking for an RN to join our team in our hospital in Silverdale! This 500,000 Square-foot hospital will be the most energy-efficient hospital in Washington and will provide an extraordinary healing environment for our patients with beautiful views of the Olympic Mountains and Dyes Inlet. In addition, the entire campus has been developed with the well-being of our team in mind with dedicated respite areas and generous break areas (see the views!) along with the Clear Creek trail running through the hospital grounds, encouraging walks and connection with the community. Be a part of this groundbreaking addition to CHI Franciscan!
St. Michael Medical Center is one of only four hospitals in our state to achieve the Pathway to Excellence designation, which recognizes health care organizations for their commitment to ensuring excellence in the nursing profession.
We're proud to share that St. Michael Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington (https://engage.yourchi.org/OTM4LUhESC01NTIAAAGF5aeunntWzMKY7bZ8ec_h9MYx18FyGSvJ-1mzaPS0Jl93cdMgM2zN97f1TM2TwxqrF_nlEbg=) state by U.S. News & World Report.
Our mission is to deliver high-quality care that meets our patients' medical needs while providing emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families. We believe this three-part approach — physical, emotional, and spiritual — is essential to healing the whole person. Come join our team!
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!
Responsibilities
Our Perioperative area averages 6 operating rooms per day with a maximum capacity of 10 operating rooms. This is supported by a Pre-op unit and PACU Phase 1 and Phase 2 units. We have a team focus in caring for our patients and a team approach to on-boarding new team members. Surgery types performed here include Open Heart Vascular Robotic General Orthopedic ENT GYN and Urologic surgeries. Patient acuity ranges from simple outpatient surgeries to complex surgeries on patients with multiple health issues. We provide care and services to a large regional area that includes all of Kitsap County and as far north as Port Townsend and Port Angeles along the Straits of Juan de Fuca.
Role:
PACU RN position is responsible for providing Perianesthesia nursing care of all patient populations undergoing surgical procedures to include ambulatory acute and chronic patient care. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the direct and indirect implementation of the patient’s plan of care in the PACU Phase 1 and Phase 2. Assist with care and preparation of patients in the Pre-op unit when needed.
Qualifications
Job Requirements
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing BSN preferred
Minimum 1-2 years previous RN experience in ER ICU or high level step down unit required.
1-2 years current experience in an acute inpatient PACU setting within the last 3 years strongly preferred
Experience with airway emergencies (i.e. laryngospasms airway obstruction stridor and arrest).
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within six months of date of hire.
Certified Perianesthesia Nurse (CPAN) or Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA) preferred.
Pay Range
$40.80 - $68.92 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.