REGISTERED NURSE - ENDOSCOPY (FULL TIME, DAYS)

Company: University of Washington
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

UW Medical Center - Northwest has an outstanding opportunity for a full time (100% FTE, 40 hours per week), day shift REGISTERED NURSE to join our Endoscopy Unit. We are a high-volume procedural unit with inpatient and outpatient referrals. The Registered Nurse will play a key role on a growing team that values exceptional patient care and collaboration.Why work for us?A supportive work environment. Friendliness, professionalism, and cooperation are vital parts of our culture.Professional development. We offer career development and continuing education opportunities, including paid credits at the UW.Great location. We're located in a great North Seattle neighborhood with easy access off I-5.Unsurpassed benefits. Registered Nurses are eligible for 10 healthcare plans, a state pension, a 403(b), a student loan forgiveness program, child and dependent care assistance, and state discounts on local gyms and wellness services.SCHEDULE4x10s. This position will primarily work day shifts, Monday - Friday, with occasional on-call responsibilities on nights and weekends.BENEFITS PLANFor detailed information on the benefits for this position, click here.RESPONSIBILITIESThe RN will:Assist providers during endoscopic proceduresProvide patient care before, during, and after conscious sedationEducate patientsAdminister medicationUse and maintain endoscopic equipmentHelp manage emergencies and complicationsPromote efficient patient flow by assisting with patient admission, phone triage, and record keepingREQUIREMENTSBLSLEGAL REQUIREMENTSAn active Registered Nurse license in the State of WashingtonDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:BSNCurrent or recent gastroenterology nursing experienceAt UW Medical Center - Northwest, we're proud of the acclaim we've received for our excellence in patient care and safety. Among the local, regional and national recognition we've received are: The Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award; The Stroke Care Excellence Award; Winner of the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Patient Safety for the last three years in a row. We're also one of the safest places to get care - among the top 5% in the country.UW Medical Center - Northwest is a full-service medical center based in North Seattle. We are a non-profit community hospital offering comprehensive medical, surgical and therapeutic services. With 281 beds, more than 2,000 employees and a world-class medical staff, we provide innovative, technologically advanced care on a patient-friendly, easy-access campus, just north of Seattle.Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. Become part of our team, and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.A higher degree of healthcare.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.UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.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.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or .COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTGovernor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14.2 requires employees of higher education and healthcare institutions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.

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