RN - Surgical Admit (Pre-Op)

Covington Medical Center; Covington (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Career development programs

Job summary

Covington Medical Center, part of the MultiCare family, seeks a Staff RN to join its hospital-based team in Covington, WA. This full-time role involves a 10-hour shift pattern and opportunities to advance clinically within a multidisciplinary environment.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care with a focus on quality, safety, and professional development, while offering competitive compensation and benefits within a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• RN license in Washington State or multi-state licensure endorsement (MSL).
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or obtained within five years from the initial date of hire; senior/exception cases considered.
• Current BLS Certification required.
• ACLS/NALS/PALS/TNCC/NRP certifications as required by the facility.
• One year of acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize patient care by prioritizing, delegating, delivering and evaluating.
• Deliver nursing care per nursing process; follow hospital policies and protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing team to improve quality of care, patient experience and reduce costs.
• Foster a learning environment for patients, families and staff.
• Advocate for ethical, holistic care respecting diverse backgrounds.

Skills

Acute care experience

Nursing collaboration

Nursing care

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Advanced nursing degree preferred

Tools

RN licensure endorsement (WA/MSL)

Job description

$48.96 - $94.2/hourly Posted 5 days ago Full Time Less than 10 applies

Covington Medical Center

Covington, WA 98042

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: 1.0, Shift: Variable, Schedule: 10 hour shifts

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 Covington Medical Center

MultiCare Covington Medical Center, a four-story, 58‑bed hub, serves southeast King County with inpatient and outpatient surgical care, a birth center, primary and specialty care, urgent care, 24‑hour Emergency Department, pharmacy, lab and imaging services. Clinicians benefit from a neighborhood‑focused, team‑oriented culture, delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care in a rapidly growing community.

About the Covington Community

Covington is a friendly King County community with easy access to Seattle, Kent, Auburn and Maple Valley. With over 150 acres of parks, trails, waterways and sports facilities — plus a year‑round aquatic center — the city provides abundant outdoor and family‑friendly activities. Covington combines small‑town charm with convenience and connectivity, offering a strong sense of community and an exceptional quality of life.

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 $48.96 - $94.20 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.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

$48.96 - $94.2/hourly Posted 5 days ago Full Time Less than 10 applies