RN Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit

MultiCare; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 129,000; Part time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Staff RN for the Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit. This per diem role supports a 12-hour shift schedule with rotating weekends, and requires a strong nursing background and collaborative, patient-centered care in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include prioritizing patient care, applying nursing processes, and advocating for diverse patient needs while working within a multidisciplinary team to enhance outcomes and staff development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent education

Responsibilities

• Organize patient care by prioritizing, delegating, delivering and evaluating care
• Collaborate with the nursing team to improve quality of care and patient experience
• Foster a learning environment for patients/families and staff
• Advocate for ethical and holistic care for diverse patients

Job description

## RN Adolescent Behavioral Health UnitApply: Tacoma, Washington: Part time: Posted Yesterday: JR82080**Join a team that shares your calling** At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. **FTE:** Per Diem, **Shift:** Variable, **Schedule:** 12 hour shifts, rotating weekends, must work 3 shifts in a 6 week schedule period**Position Summary**We’re seeking a staff RN to join our incredible hospital-based team. This is an excellent opportunity to utilize your specialized training, knowledge, and nursing care with a multidisciplinary approach. It’s an exciting time to be a nurse at MultiCare. We are on a journey to become a best-in-class nursing organization. Together, we are creating an environment where nurses are owners in the clinical decision-making process, are well connected, have open communication with their colleagues, feel supported to develop professionally, and understand the future of nursing at MultiCare.**Responsibilities*** You will organize patient care by prioritizing, delegating, delivering and evaluating on an ongoing basis* You will utilize the knowledge base of nursing education and experience to deliver nursing care using the nursing process according to hospital policies, procedures and protocols* Collaborate with the nursing team to facilitate overall improvement in quality of care, patient experience and cost reduction* Foster a learning environment for patients/families, nursing staff and members of the health care team* Advocate for ethical and holistic care promoting the autonomy, dignity, and health of patients from diverse ethnic and social backgrounds**Requirements*** Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or obtained within five (5) years from the initial date of hire; RN with 15+ years of service or internal candidates hired before January 1, 2021 may be considered in satisfaction of this requirement in lieu of an education agreement* Advanced degree in Nursing (MSN, PhD, DNP, ARNP) preferred* Registered Nurse license (RN) in Washington State or multi-state licensure endorsement (MSL)* Current BLS Certification required* ACLS or NALS or PALS or TNCC or NRP certification, as required by facility or department* Certification in specialty area preferred* One (1) year of experience in acute care setting preferred**About Tacoma General Hospital** MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence. **About the Tacoma Community** Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play. **Why MultiCare?** **Rooted in the local community** Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. **Growth and education** Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. **Well-being and support** Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. **Living our values** Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. **Belonging for all** Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. **Pacific Northwest lifestyle** Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. **Pay and Benefit Expectations**We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $48.67 - $93.91 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.