Job Posting Title RN Registered Nurse UWMC-Northwest Cardiac Procedure Unit
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
University of Washington Medical Center-Northwests Cardiac Procedure Unit (CPU) has an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN).
WORK SCHEDULE:
100% days 40 hours/weekly
Three different shifts support the unit from 06:00-20:30 (10-hour shifts starting at 06:00 08:30 & 10:00). Staff are required to be able to support two of the three shifts
No Call obligation
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
Located in North Seattle the Heart Institute at UW Medical Center Northwest provides a wide range of cardiac services including early prevention risk assessment and acute and chronic disease management.
Our specialists are experienced in handling cardiovascular problems including hyperlipidemia coronary and peripheral vascular disease valvular and structural heart disease hypertension arrhythmias and heart failure. Services offered include ECGs heart catheterization and interventional cardiology electrophysiology arrhythmia management stress testing echocardiography anticoagulation services and cardiac rehabilitation. Advanced cardiology services are available at UW Medical Center Montlake.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
Conveniently located near public transportation
Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
Opportunity to provide career growth
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide direct care to patients being admitted and recovered for procedures in the CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY and INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY Labs
IV start pre-procedure assessment and preparation post-procedure recovery access site management and pre-post patient/family teaching prior to discharge or transfer to the inpatient departments
Support cardioversions and transesophageal echocardiograms with Anesthesia and Cardiology providers
REQUIREMENTS:
Current license to practice as an RN in WA State by start date
At least 2 years of cardiology (telemetry skills) prep-recovery or interventional radiology nursing experience
Telemetry skills required; Sheath care skills strongly desired - training provided during onboarding
BLS and ACLS certifications
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 CenterNorthwest 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 andSpecialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows 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 29000 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:
$45.59 hourlyPay Range Maximum:
$83.64 hourlyOther Compensation:
-Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
WSNA UWMC NorthwestAbout 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 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 or .
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.
Required Experience:
IC
