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Registered Nurse - Emergency Department at UW Medical Center-Northwest

University of Washington

Seattle, Washington

University of Washington is an academic medical center.

Posted Oct 9

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour nights
Unit and setting
ER
License
RN license Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
License
Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State Check your license
Certification
ACLS
Certification
BLS
Experience
1 year of recent RN work experience in an Emergency Department
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ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
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UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U. S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
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The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion .
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Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.
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ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
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UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
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Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
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Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

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University of Washington
Academic Medical Center

The University of Washington is a major public research university whose healthcare system, UW Medicine, includes UW Medical Center-Montlake and other clinical facilities in Seattle, WA. The institution positions itself as a world-class university and its Human Resources office states…

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UW Medical Center-Northwest - Emergency Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Night Shift Registered Nurse .

Work schedule

  • 3x12 shift schedule
  • Night shifts (7:00pm-7:30am)
  • Rotating weekend shifts required

About our emergency department

We are a 22-bed Level IV Trauma Center with surgical capabilities and a designated Primary Stroke Center We are the frontline of complex, high-acuity patient care for an expanding community hospital We consistently hold 1:4 nurse to patient ratios We have been recognized for providing one of the fastest times to treatment for cardiac patients in the Seattle region Many of our RNs are Daisy Award Winners

Position highlights

Our Emergency Department is fast-paced and a great match for RNs interested in supporting a diverse population from our local and regional communities We are proud of our culture, where open communication, mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to employee growth is shared by all

Primary job responsibilities

Assess and triage patients upon arrival Stabilize patients with life-threatening injuries and illnesses Monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs Administer medications and fluids Respond quickly when emergent issues arise Work alongside emergency department physicians, cardiac care professionals, social workers, and paramedics Support patients with trauma, cardiac, stroke, and behavioral health needs Provide personalized patient care with compassion and dignity

Requirements

1 year of recent RN work experience in an Emergency Department ACLS BLS Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

About uw medical center-northwest

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U. S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and  Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion . Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

About uw medicine – where your impact goes further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored.

Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$46.97 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $86.17 hourly Other

Compensation

  • BSN (or higher) premium - $1.00/hour
  • Certification premium - $1.25/hour
  • Night premium - $5.00/hour
  • Weekend premium (Fridays and Saturdays) - $4.00/hour
  • Sunday night premium - $3.00/hour
  • Overtime pay

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift: Night Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

90.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: WSNA UWMC Northwest ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored.

Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

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Household income
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