Medical Surgical Telemetry

Penn State Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph Medical Center in the Puget Sound region is seeking a Registered Nurse for Medical Surgical Telemetry on the 7th floor. You will provide compassionate, individualized care, perform skilled procedures, and contribute to interdisciplinary team decisions focused on patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes rapid assessment, critical thinking, and a patient-first approach in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for professional growth within Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Registered Nurse license in Washington state.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
• Experience in acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and documents as ordered according to hospital policy.
• Performs comprehensive patient assessments and implements care plans on the telemetry floor.

Skills

Assessment skills

Critical thinking

Patient-centered care

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Medical Surgical Telemetry 7th floor

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being and recovery. Every day, you will leverage your expertise to provide individualized, comprehensive care, making critical assessments, performing skilled procedures, and meticulously implementing patient care plans. You'll collaborate seamlessly within an interdisciplinary team, contributing to a dynamic environment focused on optimal patient outcomes. To be successful in this role, you will possess keen assessment skills, acute critical thinking, and a patient-first mindset, driven by a profound enthusiasm to help others. Your sense of urgency and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced environment will not only support patient recovery but also fuel your own career advancement.

• Adheres to the department’s and hospital’s policies and procedures, including safety, risk management and regulatory standards. Keeps abreast of trends, developments and regulatory requirements impacting matters within designated scope of responsibility.
• Administers, oversees and documents the administration of medications (e.g., topically, orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously and intravenously) as ordered by the healthcare practitioner and in accordance with hospital policy.

Why should you choose us?

St Joseph Medical Center pursues Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration as part of its everyday culture. This is evident as soon as you enter our doors. At St Joseph Medical Center, you will be part of a friendly, supportive and cohesive team. We are passionate about providing care to our community and strive to be the most trusted destination for health in the PNW. We look forward to you joining our St Joseph family!

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing., upon hire and
• Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• Bachelors Of Science Nursing and One year of related work experience in an acute care setting, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.