RN, Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics

About Olympic Medical Center

Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, relocation assistance plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

Job Description

Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care of patients within the facility. Promotes continuity of care for patients on the unit, providing direct patient care as well as supervising the care given by Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nurses Assistants, Patient Care Aides and other support staff. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflecting the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements concerning his or her age-specific needs. Provides the care needed as described in the department/unit policies and procedures. Participates in patient and family teaching. Maintains standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Demonstrates the values contained in the Hospital and Nursing Department mission and philosophy statements. Supports and promotes a positive image of professional nursing and OMC. Has contact with patients under a variety of circumstances and is subject to varying and unpredictable situations. May perform emergency care and handle emergency or crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours.

Education

• Associate’s degree required.
• BSN preferred.

Experience

• Two years experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Licensure & Credentials

• Current Washington State RN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• PALS certification required within 1 year of hire.

Work Schedule

• FTE 90%
• Days
• Weekend & Holiday Shifts: Yes
• On Call Shifts: Yes

Pay & Shift Differentials

• Pay Range: $40.37 - $72.25
• Retention Incentive: $5000
• Evening - $3.00/hour
• Night - $5.00/hour
• Weekend - $4.50/hour
• Standby - $4.00/hour
• Charge - $3.25/hour
• Float - $2.50/hour
• Per Diem - 15% (on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits)
• Certification - $2.00/hour
• Preceptor - $1.00/hour
• Advanced Preceptor - $2.00/hour
• SANE Exam - $500.00

Union

• SEIU 1199-RN and LPN