RN Inpatient Admit PACU

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Inpatient Registered Nurse, you will deliver high-quality, skilled nursing services to patients requiring hospitalization, guiding them toward optimal health and functional recovery. Every day you will assess patient needs, administer medications, perform treatments, and continuously monitor patient conditions. You will collaborate seamlessly with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans, always preparing patients and their families for a successful discharge, whether to home or to another setting for continued care.

To be successful you will demonstrate strong clinical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for every individual. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health provides a range of procedural specialty service lines. Some of our procedures include GI/Endo, Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Electrophysiology lab. In this position the RN will be responsible for both Admit and recovery of patients undergoing these procedures.

The PACU nurses are also responsible for the management and evaluation of post anesthesia and postoperative complications including pain and nausea. The Registered Nurse in PACU holds the autonomy to determine readiness for discharge from PACU based on PACU scoring criteria.

• Deliver exceptional patient care:
  Utilize your clinical expertise to assess patient needs, develop individualized care plans, and administer medications and treatments.
• Collaborate effectively:
  Work seamlessly with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Advocate for your patients:
  Champion their needs and rights, ensuring their autonomy, dignity, and decision-making power are respected.
• Embrace diversity:
  Provide culturally sensitive care, recognizing and respecting the unique needs of each patient.
• Maintain professional excellence:
  Stay current with the latest clinical advancements through continuing education and professional development.

• Is a strong communicator:
  Effectively communicates with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Is a team player:
  Collaborates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Is dedicated to patient-centered care:
  Prioritizes the needs and well-being of patients.
• Is committed to quality:
  Adheres to established standards and protocols.
• Is passionate about learning:
  Seeks opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment:
  We value teamwork and encourage professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits:
  We offer a comprehensive package to support your well-being.
• Opportunities for professional development:
  We provide ongoing training and education to help you advance your career.
• A commitment to diversity and inclusion:
  We are an equal opportunity employer and value the unique perspectives of all our employees.
• If you are a compassionate and skilled RN who is passionate about making a difference this role is for you!

• Current WA State RN license is required.
• 1 or more years recent RN experience with acute care patients.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
• 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 Common Spirit Health compliance requirements.

• ACLS & PALS certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Current experience in PACU & ICU is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience with starting IV’s preferable
• BSN or MSN preferred

$47.12 - $88.77 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.