RN Emergency - Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

**Overview** Sign on Bonus for RN's with 1 year Exp in Specialty hired (prorated by FTE- min 0.6 FTE required). Must be new to VMFH. Up to $25,000 in Education Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loans RN Residency Completion Bonus for qualifying RN Residents Relocation Assistance 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. 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. 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** **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. **Pay Range** $42.50 - $71.80 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.