Critical care nurse | Seattle, WA

two award-winning health systems in Washington state, CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers.

At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region. While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance,

annual bonus eligibility, and more! Responsibilities Virginia Mason Medical Center has been recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U. S. News & World Report.

As an VMFH ICU Nurse in our Level 1 Stroke and Cardiac Center, you'll monitor the highest acuity level of patients following extensive injury, surgery, or life-threatening disease. Overall responsibilities in our 28-bed Intensive Care Unit: Manage complex patients requiring open heart & neurological surgery, neuro and cardiac interventional treatments, vascular, pulmonary, GI, GU, ventilator support, mechanical circulatory support, such as IABP, Impella & ECMO, CRRT, and other devices as necessary. - backsses,

plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort - Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families - Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.

e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients - Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i. e. IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary - Initiates emergency support measures (i. e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury. You'll begin each shift with a brief 5-minute team huddle, receive report from the off-going shift.

You'll provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician with a chest tube or central line, providing wound care, ensuring patients MRI or CT, or administering medications. You will also participate in interdisciplinary team rounds daily. The unit has an Assistant Nurse Manager on staff at all times. In addition, a Clinical Nurse Leader provides coordination and consistency for patients with complex care needs and extended lengths of stay in the hospital. The Critical Care Unit employs Intensivists that work with the CCU RNs and other members of the CCU team.

The dynamic team has impressive outcomes related to a significant reduction in Ventilator associated pneumonia and catheter related blood stream infections. To thrive in this role, you'll heavily depend on your ability to multitask and react quickly to various situations. You'll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However, it's your sound judgment during critical moments that will ensure your success.

About Us: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is a 336-bed non-profit teaching facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Seattle Washington. We are part of Common Spirit Health which operates 137 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U. S. residents. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us. We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work. Qualifications Current WA State RN license required.

Basic Life Support BLS is required every (2) years One (1) or more years of recent Critical Care experience preferred. EKG Monitor Validation & ACLS will be required within 90 days of hire. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing Additional Preferred Qualifications: Open Heart experience; Interventional Cardiology experience and device experience; and CCRN. Virginia Mason offers much more than competitive compensation and benefits. With continuing education opportunities and the added potential of relocation assistance, you will find our commitment to your well-being is both rewarding and refreshing.

There is also the lifestyle benefit that comes with finding yourself in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Surrounded by the vibrancy and sophistication of one of the most livable cities in the country, finding the perfect urban or outdoor pursuit will instinctively and pleasurably become second nature. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_seattle-c450390/critical-care-nurse-seattle_i1959781913