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Registered Nurse, Psych Emergency Services (PES), Harborview Medical Center

University of Washington

Seattle, Washington

RN

Posted Aug 14 · Not open to new grads

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Unit
Psych Emergency Service

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
90% Day shift
Weekends
Every weekend
Term
Permanent
Practice
SEIU 1199NW HMC RN
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
More role details
Experience
1+ years
Unit
Psych Emergency Service · 10 beds
Patients
Assist patients who arrive at the Emergency Room in Psychiatric crisis.

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$67/hr
nursing in Washington$44/hr

The median for nursing in Washington is $44/hr, across 572 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.

Pay differential
BSN or Higher premium $1.00/hr.
Certification differential
Certification premium $1.25/hr
Weekend differential
Weekend shift differential $4.00/hr
Overtime
$46.97/hr
Relocation
Help offered

About this role

Join Harborview Medical Center's as a Psychiatry Registered Nurse

Harborview Medical Center is a Level I Adult and Pediatric trauma center as well as regional burn center for a four-state region; a teaching and research hospital for the University of Washington; and a public/safety-net hospital for our diverse community.

Working in the Psych Emergency Service unit is a unique opportunity for a psych nurse looking to take on the challenge of something different every day.

UNIT

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Assist patients who arrive at the Emergency Room in Psychiatric crisis.

Maintain a safe environment, as one of their primary tasks.

Patient assessment, and triage.

Department

10-bed unit

24/7 security

Schedule

90% Day shift

Requirments

Graduated from a accredited school of nursing

Have/obtain a WA state nursing license to practice

One or more years in psych nursing or acute care setting

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

$87.02 hourly

Other

Compensation

BSN or Higher premium $1.00/hr. Certification premium $1.25/hr Weekend

  • shift differential $4.00/hr

Over time pay Relocation available

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

90.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Seiu 1199nw hmc RN

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

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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One or more years in psych nursing or acute care setting· from this posting

Requirements

  • WA state nursing license
  • Academic medical center
  • Nursing
  • Psychiatry
  • RN License
  • Hourly pay
  • Overtime pay
  • Mental health nursing expertise
  • Triage

Place

City
Seattle, Washington
Median rent
$2,030/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$123,860/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
11% above the national average

Seattle area index 111.1, where 100 is the national average.

Campus
Harborview Medical Center
Address
1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195, USA

Seattle pairs Pacific Northwest natural beauty with top-tier healthcare employers. Nurses enjoy outdoor access to Puget Sound and the Cascades, plus coffee culture and distinct neighborhoods like Capitol Hill and Ballard. Expect rainy winters, mild summers, and a tech-driven economy that keeps the metro buzzing year-round.

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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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