Registered Nurse (2026-0877)

About the Role

Staff Registered Nurse (RN) in the Perioperative Resource Team, providing safe, quality patient care using the nursing process. Reports to the Nurse Manager/Assistant Nurse Manager. Works in any patient‑care area on the VMC Main Campus in Renton, WA. Full‑time, days shift.

Location

VMC Main Campus, Renton, WA.

Responsibilities

• Assess, guide, direct, and facilitate workflow on the unit.
• Assume charge nurse duties when needed, including patient assignments based on acuity, continuity, and staff competency.
• Mentor staff, float, and agency personnel on policies, procedures, and unit goals.
• Integrate new and agency staff into the unit culture and act as a clinical resource and role model.
• Demonstrate safe use of patient‑care equipment and teach others its proper use.
• Monitor and evaluate nursing care through observation, consultation, and patient rounds.
• Assess unit safety, report and correct deficiencies, and maintain awareness of Joint Commission standards and state regulations.
• Ensure documentation compliance and facilitate rapid turnaround cycles.
• Provide excellent customer service, respond to patient/family concerns, and report significant events per policy.
• Contribute to performance appraisals of clinical staff and manage break coverage.
• Maintain fiscal responsibility by monitoring staffing levels and forecasting needs for subsequent shifts.
• Maintain competencies for direct patient care and team leadership, and collaborate with bed placement and clinical resources for timely patient placement.

Qualifications

• Current Washington RN licensure.
• BSN preferred; at least one year of medical‑surgical experience (preferred) or successful completion of a graduate nurse residency program.
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Completion of ACLS & PALS within 3 months of hire (required for many unit assignments).
• Demonstrated leadership, clinical judgment, and ability to manage a team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Adherence to Professional Appearance Policy and ANA standards.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems, order entry, email, and documentation.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 lb, perform patient handling, and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Preferred: Two years of clinical nursing/leadership experience; specific unit experience such as perianesthesia, emergency, critical care, or OR as applicable.

Pay

Salary range: $48.82 – $89.19 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Full‑time, days shift (assigned tour of duty hours).