Registered Nurse - Surgical Short Stay

jeffersonhealthcare; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contribution

Low insurance premiums

Student loan reimbursement

Epic EMR

Opportunities for advancement

BSN/cert incentives

Job summary

Jefferson Healthcare is seeking a full-time Short Stay RN for the Surgical Services department. You will deliver patient-centered post‑op and observation care, working closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes adaptability, communication, and collaboration in a fast‑paced setting. Requirements include WA RN license, BLS, ACLS within 30 days, with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Washington State RN license in good standing.
• Active BLS required.
• ACLS required within 30 days of employment.
• BSN preferred.
• ACLS/EDU credentials may be required for specialty areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care to patients recovering from surgery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for safe, efficient care.
• Provide postoperative observation and support for inpatient or short stay.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

RN license

BLS certified

ACLS within 30 days

Communication

Team player

Adaptability

Education

BSN preferred

Washington RN licensure

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Registered Nurse

Surgical Services - Short Stay RN

Full Time

Announcement #347372

Jefferson Healthcare is seeking a full-time Short Stay RN to join our dynamic team in the Surgical Services department.

As a Short Stay RN, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals recovering from surgical procedures or awaiting inpatient admission. This unit typically supports patients requiring observation or short-term post-operative care. The RN works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care.

What we can offer you:

• Patient-centered, team-based, and collaborative work environment
• Competitive Salary
• Outstanding benefits, including employer contribution to your retirement account and low insurance premiums for individuals and families. Benefits package is ranked in the top 1% in the state.
• Education Loan Reimbursement via WSAC (www.wsac.wa.gov/pslf)
• Epic EMR
• Opportunities for advancement
• Monetary incentive for BSN and/or certifications

Who are you?

• Registered Nurse who is committed to providing the best care to patients
• Highly adaptable
• Experienced
• Can add to the positivity we have every day for our job
• Good communication skills
• Team player

What you'll need:

• Current Washington State RN license in good standing required
• Current AHA BLS required
• ACLS required within 30 days of employment
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Specialty areas may require additional experience, certifications, and licenses

• • One(1) year of pre/post op preferred
  • One (1) year of PACU/Med Surg/ICU/ED experience preferred

Schedule:

Full Time, 0.9FTE ; alternates between 4 8-hour shifts/week and 5 8-hour shifts/week; Day Shift (0530-1400); no weekends!

This position will remain open until filled.

Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Disclaimer: As part of Jefferson Healthcare's commitment to a safe and high-quality workplace, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, and for certain positions, a drug test.

Screenings are conducted in accordance with RCW 43.43.815, RCW 43.43.830-.842, and RCW 49.44.240, as well as Jefferson Healthcare's Drug and Alcohol Policy. Roles designated as safety-sensitive may be tested under a standard or modified (non-THC) drug panel, consistent with Washington State law.