RN, Emergency Department, Swing Shift, Full Time (0.9 FTE)

Summit Pacific Medical Center; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus: $20,000

2-year commitment

Job summary

Summit Pacific Medical Center is hiring an Emergency Department RN to render nursing care under the ED Director's supervision. You will work within a Level IV Trauma Center with a busy, 24/7 ED and must follow Washington State Nurse Practice Act policies.

There is a $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment and milestone payments after 90 days and one year. Requires RN license, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and ED experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments per nursing standards.
• Provides timely information to physicians and care team to promote continuity of care.
• Documents patient care, vital signs, and treatments accurately.
• Develops patient care plans within 24 hours of admission.
• Demonstrates teamwork and participates in staff orientation and training.

Job description

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

Pay Range (depending on experience):

$41.50 - $78.57

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Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Emergency Department Director, the ED RN renders general nursing care, using initiative and some independent judgement, having specific and basic knowledge in the principle, methods and techniques involved in general nursing practice. The RN will function in compliance with the Washington State Nurse Practice Act and the policies, procedures and protocols of Summit Pacific Medical Center.

Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 with a 2-year commitment in the Emergency Department.

• $10,000 paid after 90 days
• $10,000 paid after 1 year

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers medication and treatments in accordance with education, experience, and with approved nursing techniques.
• Provides physicians and other members of the health care team with accurate and timely information to promote continuity and excellence of care. Utilizes nursing process in the assessment, care, and documentation of care of patients. Prepares equipment and supplies and assists providers with treatment and examination of patients. Carries out physicians orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Accurately and appropriately documents patient care and treatments including, but not limited to, medications, vital signs, intake and output. Develops and documents a patient specific care plan for each inpatient within 24 hours of admission. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility through appropriate charging of supplies and pharmacy items.
• Provides direct patient care according to established standards of care. Recognizes legal implications of patient care by obtaining appropriate consents. Is familiar with the Nurse Practice Act and practices within that framework at all times.
• Fosters a culture of teamwork by participating in orientation of new personnel, nursing staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Participates and completes special projects and other related as assigned.

Staff Member Responsibilities

• Adapts to changes in the work environment: Asks clarifying questions and/or provides constructive input in a professional manner.
• Builds and maintains working relationships: Maintainseffecveworkingrelaonshipswithsupervisoranddirectco-workers.
• Creates positive experiences for patients, customers and co-workers: Consistently provides a level of service that meets or exceeds SP standards.
• Demonstrates ongoing learning & development: Pursues opportunities to increase mastery of assigned functions/tasks and develop new skills.
• Exhibits effective work skills: Demonstrates initiative; successfully performs advanced job duties.
• Facilitates Teamwork: Actively engages in team activities.
• Fosters an environment of trust: Role models integrity by consistently doing the right thing.
• Supports SP mission, vision, and values: Develops awareness of departmental contribution to mission, vision and strategy. Participates in department strategies and tactics.

Organizational Responsibilities

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.

Required Education and Experience

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing
• Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• At least one year of RN experience in emergency room, preferred

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

• Current and unrestricted Washington State Nursing license
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certification, required
• TNCC certification required within 6 months of