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RN Medical Surgical Telemetry

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CommonSpirit Health

Tacoma, Washington

You'll make critical assessments, perform skilled procedures and carry out patient care plans every day.

Posted Sep 12

Unit and setting
7th floor medical surgical telemetry · Hospital Medical Surgical Telemetry 7th floor
License
RN license Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire andWashington RN license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Washington RN license Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire and Check your license
Certification
BLS (CPR) certification Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Graduation from an accredited school of nursing., upon hire and

Preferred

Education
BSN preferred Bachelors Of Science Nursing and One year of related work experience in an acute care setting, upon hire
Experience
One year of acute care experience preferred

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

Unit
9th floor medical surgical telemetry Medical Surgical Telemetry 9th floor
Day to day
Critical assessments and skilled procedures making critical assessments, performing skilled procedures
Day to day
Medication administration by all routes, including IV and IM
Details
Fast-paced environment Your sense of urgency and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced environment

The workplace

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Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Medical Surgical Telemetry 7th floor

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. Job Requirements*Required Graduation from an accredited school of nursing., upon hire and Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire and Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

Bachelors Of Science Nursing and One year of related work experience in an acute care setting, upon hire

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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