RN Interventional Radiology

Company: Virginia Mason Medical Center
Location: Seattle
Posted on: November 25, 2022

Job Description:

Overview
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state; CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region. Responsibilities
Virginia Mason Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. We are offering up to $25,000 as a sign on bonus for full time experienced Interventional Radiology or ICU RNs. We also offer relocation. - Our sign on bonus is pro-rated based on FTE. Our inpatient Interventional Radiology department has a new opening for part-time or full time RN. We will consider RNs interested in working 30-40 hours per week + on call. These are 10-hour shifts. At VMFH our Registered Nurses blend skill, expertise and critical thinking with care, compassion, and personal relationships to truly connect with their patients. Ours is a culture that fosters learning and innovation and challenges you to reach your full potential. Our Interventional Radiology team uses imaging technology such as CT, Fluoroscopy, and ultrasound to help guide procedures for diagnosing and treating certain medical conditions. Interventional radiology offers less invasive diagnosis and treatment options for conditions that have traditionally required surgical intervention. Our dedicated interventional radiologists are board-certified doctors who specialize in minimally invasive procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions. You will be working with a great team in our IR Department. Interventional radiology has many advantages, including: Shorter recovery time, due to fewer, smaller incisions than traditional open surgery Shorter hospital stay (for outpatient procedures) Less anesthesia required for conscious sedation We offer the following IR tests and procedures: Stroke & Neuro intervention Vascular embolization Oncology intervention- Y-90 & chemo embolization Aspiration & Drainage Fistula-gram & Angioplasty Nephrostomy Stent Placement Uterine fibroid embolization Our Registered Nurses, physicians and other team members collaborate to provide the most positive patient experience possible. As the experts on the front line of patientcare, you will have the opportunity to provide input and insight in creating change, improving process, and reshaping the way our patient care is delivered. At Virginia Mason you'll be able to grow personally and professionally as you make a dramatic difference in the lives of others. Responsibilities: - The registered nurse provides high quality, skilled nursing services - Assists the patients to achieve optimum health and functional health status following an illness requiring hospitalization. - Collaborating with physicians and other health care professionals, the Registered Nurse prepares the patient and family for discharge to home or another setting for continued care. - As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following additional benefits:

• Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance plans -
• Flexible health spending accounts: DCFSA and FSA - -
• Health Savings Account - (HSA) for use with the high deductible health plan
• Short and long term disability programs
• Employer paid life insurance
• 401a and 403b retirement programs
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Bright Horizons programs for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft Qualifications
  Requirements: Current WA State RN license is required. One (1) or more years recent RN experience with acute care/ICU patients. CPR certification is required every two years or as specified by the work. Other certifications may be required for specialty areas. Certification in Interventional Radiology Nursing is preferred. ACLS will be required within 90 days. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing. Job Knowledge/Skills Ability to function effectively in a rapidly changing environment. Ability to work without direct supervision. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and with other departments and primary care providers. Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with patients and families presenting with a wide variety of conditions and behaviors. Please note: This position does require on-call shifts. We do offer generous compensation for on-call hours and call-back pay. The requirements are: (1) full weekend per month. The weekend on call begins Friday evening at 6pm--> Monday morning at 07am; plus (2) weeknights per month. These two weeknight shifts are generally NOT scheduled back to back. Call begins at 7pm---> 7am. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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