Perioperative Nurse Leader (PACU/OR)

Valley Medical Center & Clinics; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Medical Center & Clinics in Renton, WA is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Perioperative Resource Team on the VMC Main Campus. The staff RN provides safe, quality care to a defined group of patients using the nursing process as the basis for clinical practice.

The role requires leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to mentor other staff; BSN is preferred and valid WA licensure, plus current BLS certification and residency/experience criteria are noted.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; current WA RN license.
• Graduate nurse residency or 6 months RN experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience in perianesthesia, PACU, ICU or ED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, guides, directs, and facilitates workflow on the unit.
• Makes staff assignments reflecting patient acuity and care needs.
• Mentors staff and integrates new personnel into the unit culture.
• Maintains compliance with standards and promotes patient safety.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and the care team.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Communication skills

Patient care

EHR proficiency

Clinical judgment

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

ACLS

PALS

NIHSS

ENPC

Job description

Valley Medical Center & Clinics in Renton, WA is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Perioperative Resource Team on the VMC Main Campus. The staff RN provides safe, quality care to a defined group of patients using the nursing process as the basis for clinical practice.

The role requires leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to mentor other staff; BSN is preferred and valid WA licensure, plus current BLS certification and residency/experience criteria are noted.