EvergreenHealth
RN - Surgery (.8 FTE, Days)
EvergreenHealth, Kirkland, Washington, United States, 98034
Wage Range: $42.19 - $77.81 per hourBonus: $6,000 for those new to EvergreenHealth with 2+ years of current Surgery Nursing experience.
Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.Job Summary:
Responsible for the total direct nursing care of all patients within established standards of care, hospital and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines. Responsible for the total direct nursing care of all perioperative patients in accordance with Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN), Joint Commission, and State of Washington standards of care, Nurse Practice Act, hospital and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Primary Duties:
Provides direct patient care and functions as a patient advocate.Assesses the comprehensive nursing needs of an assigned group of patients.Coordinates the patient and family/significant other education process.Continuously plans, implements, and evaluates patient care, incorporating patient and family/significant other into the process.Participates with physician partners and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient and family/significant other plan of care.Communicates effectively all relevant information (e.g., patient information, safety issues, problems with equipment, quality issues, etc.) to immediate supervisor, in timely way.Communicates and documents changes in patient condition, on a timely basis, to charge nurse/supervisor and physician.Performs other duties as assigned.License, Certification, Education or Experience
REQUIRED for the position:
Bachelors in Nursing (BSN) required within 5 years of employment if applicableLicensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of WashingtonCurrent American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire1-year experience within the last 3 years of care delivery in a Main Operating Room or multispecialty Ambulatory Surgery OR setting.Proficiency in aseptic technique and surgical site infection prevention practices.Proficiency in the creation and implementation of Perioperative nursing care plans, including interventions to prevent unintended harm, such as wrong site surgery or retained surgical items.Understanding and ability to apply radiation and laser safety principles.Working knowledge and ability to apply the standards and recommended practices of the Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses (AORN).Proficiency in implementing safe sharps handling practicesDESIRED for the position:
Masters degree in NursingCNOR CertificationScrub experience in three or more surgical specialties (e.g. Ortho, General Surgery, Urology).Benefit Information: Choices that care for you and your family At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
Medical, vision and dental insuranceOn-demand virtual health careHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountLife and disability insuranceRetirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degreesFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness programPaid Time Off/VacationExtended Illness Bank/Sick LeavePaid holidaysVoluntary hospital indemnity insuranceVoluntary identity theft protectionVoluntary legal insurancePay in lieu of benefits premium programFree parkingCommuter benefitsView a summary of our total rewards available to you as an EvergreenHealth team member by clicking on the link below. Benefits Guide EvergreenHealth is committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. The literature shows that having a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) contributes significantly to the quality of care. Toward that end, this position requires a BSN or a commitment to begin a BSN program within three years and obtain a BSN within five years of employment. Please note this
BSN requirement does not apply to those with an RN license for twenty or more years or current EvergreenHealth RNs hired prior to April 1, 2014. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA). Union membership is optional.
Please see job description
PI255125341
Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.Job Summary:
Responsible for the total direct nursing care of all patients within established standards of care, hospital and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines. Responsible for the total direct nursing care of all perioperative patients in accordance with Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN), Joint Commission, and State of Washington standards of care, Nurse Practice Act, hospital and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Primary Duties:
Provides direct patient care and functions as a patient advocate.Assesses the comprehensive nursing needs of an assigned group of patients.Coordinates the patient and family/significant other education process.Continuously plans, implements, and evaluates patient care, incorporating patient and family/significant other into the process.Participates with physician partners and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient and family/significant other plan of care.Communicates effectively all relevant information (e.g., patient information, safety issues, problems with equipment, quality issues, etc.) to immediate supervisor, in timely way.Communicates and documents changes in patient condition, on a timely basis, to charge nurse/supervisor and physician.Performs other duties as assigned.License, Certification, Education or Experience
REQUIRED for the position:
Bachelors in Nursing (BSN) required within 5 years of employment if applicableLicensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of WashingtonCurrent American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire1-year experience within the last 3 years of care delivery in a Main Operating Room or multispecialty Ambulatory Surgery OR setting.Proficiency in aseptic technique and surgical site infection prevention practices.Proficiency in the creation and implementation of Perioperative nursing care plans, including interventions to prevent unintended harm, such as wrong site surgery or retained surgical items.Understanding and ability to apply radiation and laser safety principles.Working knowledge and ability to apply the standards and recommended practices of the Association of PeriOperative Registered Nurses (AORN).Proficiency in implementing safe sharps handling practicesDESIRED for the position:
Masters degree in NursingCNOR CertificationScrub experience in three or more surgical specialties (e.g. Ortho, General Surgery, Urology).Benefit Information: Choices that care for you and your family At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
Medical, vision and dental insuranceOn-demand virtual health careHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountLife and disability insuranceRetirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degreesFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness programPaid Time Off/VacationExtended Illness Bank/Sick LeavePaid holidaysVoluntary hospital indemnity insuranceVoluntary identity theft protectionVoluntary legal insurancePay in lieu of benefits premium programFree parkingCommuter benefitsView a summary of our total rewards available to you as an EvergreenHealth team member by clicking on the link below. Benefits Guide EvergreenHealth is committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. The literature shows that having a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) contributes significantly to the quality of care. Toward that end, this position requires a BSN or a commitment to begin a BSN program within three years and obtain a BSN within five years of employment. Please note this
BSN requirement does not apply to those with an RN license for twenty or more years or current EvergreenHealth RNs hired prior to April 1, 2014. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA). Union membership is optional.
Please see job description
PI255125341