Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - Recovery Room, Surgical Services

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:

Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

FTE:

100%

WORK SHIFT

Variable

PAY RANGE:

$40.37 - $72.25

UNION:

SEIU 1199-RN and LPN

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

Retention Incentive: $10,000

Weekend & Holiday Shifts: Yes

On Call Shifts: Yes

Shift Differentials:

• Evening - $3.00/hour

• Night - $5.00/hour

• Weekend - $4.50/hour

Premiums:

• Standby - $4.00/hour

• Charge - $3.25/hour

• Float - $2.50/hour

• Per Diem - 15% (on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits)

• Certification - $2.00/hour

• Preceptor - $2.00/hour

• San Exam - $500.00

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care of patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) which spans ages from infant and pediatric to geriatric patients. Promotes continuity of care for patients, providing direct care. Participates in patient and family teaching. Maintains standards for professional nursing practices in the clinical setting. Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span, demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the department/unit’s policy and procedures. Shifts vary according to the needs of the patients and department. Has on call responsibilities.

EDUCATION

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing, required.        

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum one year recent post anesthesia care nursing or critical care nursing experience preferred.

LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS

• Current Washington State nursing license, required.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), required.
• Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS) is encouraged but not required.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.