Job Information
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health RN Perianesthesia in Lakewood, Washington
Overview
Sign-on bonus, Education Loan Forgiveness and Relocation Assistance available!
St. Clare Hospital and Virginia Mason Medical Center were each recognized as one of the 148 Best Hospitals in America by Money (formerly Money Magazine), in partnership with The Leapfrog Group. They were the only hospitals in Washington state to be recognized for this achievement. All hospitals were required to meet a high standard of excellence in order to be considered.
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!
CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.
Responsibilities
Your Role as a Nurse:
As a nurse, you will provide pre-and post-operative nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. This work includes developing, implementing and assessing the patient plan of care in collaboration with physicians, interdisciplinary teams and the patient and family.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Minimum of 2 years current experience in an acute, inpatient PACU setting within the last 3 years strongly preferred or Graduate of ICU residency with a minimum of six months ICU experience.
Experience with airway emergencies, (i.e. laryngospasms, airway obstruction, stridor and arrest).
Possession of a BSN degree is preferred.
License/Certification:
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
ACLS is required for the Surgery Admit & Discharge Unit (SADU) and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within six months of date of hire.
Pay Range
$42.50 - $71.80 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.