Staff Nurse - Medical / Telemetry
Location: Seattle Washington
Description: Northwest Hospital & Medical Center is employing Staff Nurse - Medical / Telemetry right now, this position will be placed in Washington. Further informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Join our award-winning team at UW Medicine - Northwest Hospital & Medical Center. We're proud of the acclaim we've received for our excellence in patient care and saf! ety. Among the local, regional and national recognition we've received are:
The Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award
The Emergency Medicine Excellence Award
This is the second consecutive year Northwest Hospital has achieved both the Spine Surgery Excellence Award and a ranking among the top 10 percent in the nation for spine surgery.
The Stroke Care Excellence Award
Winner of the Health Grades Distinguished Hospital Award for Patient Safety for the last three years in a row, we’re also one of the safest places to get care â€" among the top 5% in the country.
UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center, Northwest Hospital & Medical Center, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.
Northwest Hospital & Medical Center is a full-service, non-profit community hospital, offering comprehensive medical, surgical and therapeutic services. With 281 be! ds, more than 1900 employees and a world-class medical staff, ! we provide innovative, technologically advanced care on a patient-friendly, easy-access campus just north of Seattle.
Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.
As a UW Medicine - Northwest Hospital & Medical Center employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.
We’re interested in learning more about you and appreciate your taking the time to apply online. UW Medicine - Northwest Hospital & Medical Center is committed to employing a diverse workforce. EOE
UW Medicine â€" Northwest Hospital and Medical Center is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome job applications from qualified individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, physical or mental disability,! or any other protected characteristic. Minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities:
The Staff Nurse is a licensed practitioner who uses the nursing process to provide patient care. This includes exercising independent nursing judgment in managing the care of patients with complex health problem(s) and collaborating with patient, family and other healthcare providers/disciplines to optimize the patient’s return to health and promote independence in self-care. Supervises and coordinates the work of ancillary healthcare personnel.
Qualifications:
Education Background
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
BSN preferred.
Licensure, Registration, Certification
A current Registered Nurse License for the State of Washington is required.
BLS is required.
ACLS is preferred.
Special Training/Skills
Telemetry experience! is required.
Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills nec! essary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on assigned unit/department.
Work Experience
Minimum one year of telemetry experience is required, two years in preferred.
Physical Abilities
Must be able to safely maneuver patients and supplies.
Must be able to handle a fluctuating workload.
This job quires ability to communicate clearly in English (verbal and written) with all stakeholders (providers, caregivers, patients, family members) for the effective treatment of patients.
Physical Demand Level: Heavy
In an 8-hour workday, must be able to-
Lift / Carry
50 to 100 pounds occasionally
25 to 50 pounds frequently
10 to 20 pounds constantly
As required, must be able to -
Sit, Stand, Walk, Bend, Squat, Kneel, Crawl, Climb and Reach above shoulders
Push and Pull
Perform fine motor functions
Must possess! functional vision, hearing, and speech in order to communicate effectively with clients, client advocates, and staff.
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Northwest Hospital & Medical Center.
If you interested on this position just click on the Apply button, you will be redirected to the official website
This position starts available on: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 00:04:25 GMT