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RN Neuro Trauma ICU

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CommonSpirit Health

Tacoma, Washington

You'll make critical assessments and perform skilled procedures every day.

Posted Oct 26

Unit and setting
Neuro Trauma ICU RN Neuro Trauma ICU
License
RN license Registered Nurse: WARegistered Nurse license in Washington
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Registered Nurse license in Washington Registered Nurse: WA Check your license
Certification
BLS (AHA) Basic Life Support - CPR / AHA (American Heart Assoc)
Certification
ACLS within 6 months Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 6 - months
Education
Graduate of an accredited nursing school Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Experience
1-2 years med/surg experience plus critical care residency program completion 1-2 years med/surg experience and successful completion of critical care residency program or
Also asks
New graduate with senior practicum in a specialty area such as critical care, ED or PACU, plus critical care residency program completion New graduate with completion of senior practicum in a specialty area i.e.: critical care, ED, PACU and successful completion of critical care residency program.

Preferred

Certification
Critical RN certification (adult, neonatal, pediatric or acute) Critical RN Adult/Neonatal/Pediatric/Acute
Certification
Certified Neuroscience RN
Education
BSN Bachelors Of Science Nursing and One year of related work experience in an acute care setting
Experience
One year of acute care experience
Experience
Previous PCU or ICU experience Previous PCU/ICU experience

What it pays

Against similar roles
Tacoma staff RN median is $48/hrTacoma staff RN postings that state pay run $41/hr to $49/hr, the middle half $46/hr to $48/hr, across 70 postings. This posting's $48/hr to $90/hr is wider than that, so where you land depends on the offer.

The role and schedule

Details
Fast-paced environment Your sense of urgency and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced environment will not only support patient recovery

The workplace

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Your fit

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On your path

ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a pivotal healthcare professional, delivering compassionate, high-quality care that truly impacts our patients' well-being and recovery.

Every day, you will leverage your expertise to provide individualized, comprehensive care, making critical assessments, performing skilled procedures, and meticulously implementing patient care plans. You'll collaborate seamlessly within an interdisciplinary team, contributing to a dynamic environment focused on optimal patient outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will possess keen assessment skills, acute critical thinking, and a patient-first mindset, driven by a profound enthusiasm to help others. Your sense of urgency and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced environment will not only support patient recovery but also fuel your own career advancement.

Adheres to the department’s and hospital’s policies and procedures, including safety, risk management and regulatory standards. Keeps abreast of trends, developments and regulatory requirements impacting matters within designated scope of responsibility. Administers, oversees and documents the administration of medications (e.g., topically, orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously and intravenously) as ordered by the healthcare practitioner and in accordance with hospital policy.

Assesses patient to include physical, psychosocial, cultural, behavioral/emotional, developmental and spiritual needs. Gathers data relevant for patient care. Implements appropriate patient interventions and evaluates outcomes.

Plans care appropriately based on needs identified during initial and on-going assessments. Provides holistic, comprehensive, and professional nursing care to patient within the scope of practice. Implements appropriate patient interventions and evaluates outcomes.

Prepares patient for discharge and assists with coordinating post discharge needs. Cultural Sensitivity and Competence: Demonstrates proper use of available communication tools/materials for effective communication and understands how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services. Patient Populations Served: Demonstrates knowledge and proper skills associated with the department’s defined specific populations served.

Demonstrates competent professional practice and engages in opportunities for professional growth. Demonstrates self accountability to meet stated deadlines for all mandatory requirements. Documents care delivered and patient status utilizing the nursing process in accordance with FHS standards of care, for example, changes in patient condition, patient responses to intervention and reassessments of pertinent findings.

Receives and assures appropriateness, accuracy, timeliness and execution of physician orders.

Job RequirementsRequired*

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing 1-2 years med/surg experience and successful completion of critical care residency program or New graduate with completion of senior practicum in a specialty area i.e.: critical care, ED, PACU and successful completion of critical care residency program. Registered Nurse: WA Basic Life Support - CPR / AHA (American Heart Assoc) Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 6 - months

Preferred

Bachelors Of Science Nursing and One year of related work experience in an acute care setting Previous PCU/ICU experience or Critical RN Adult/Neonatal/Pediatric/Acute Certified Neuroscience RN

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$47.86 - $90.42 /hour

What's around it?

In Tacoma, WA

Tacoma, WAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% above the US average

Median rent
$1,676/mo
Household income
$85,884/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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