Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
Summit Pacific Medical Center
Elma, WA

RN, Emergency Room

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center: Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is "Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation." Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider. * Critical Access Hospital * 24/7 Emergency Department * Level II Cardiac Center * Level III Stroke Center * Level IV Trauma Care To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org $20,000 sign on bonus eligible with a 2-year commitment required.* About the team: Under the general supervision of the Emergency Department Director, the ED RN renders general nursing care, using initiative and some independent judgment, having specific and basic knowledge in the principle, methods and techniques involved in general nursing practice. The RN will function in compliance with the Washington State Nurse Practice Act and the policies, procedures and protocols of Summit Pacific Medical Center. Required Education and Experience: * Graduated from an accredited school of nursing * Bachelor's degree, preferred * At least one year of RN experience in emergency room, preferred Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration: * Current and unrestricted Washington State Nursing license * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS (or ENPC) certifications, required * TNCC certification required within 6 months of hire. Job Specific Duties: * Administers medication and treatments in accordance with education, experience, and with approved nursing techniques. * Provides physicians and other members of the health care team with accurate and timely information to promote continuity and excellence of care. Utilizes nursing process in the assessment, care, and documentation of care of patients. Prepares equipment and supplies and assists providers with treatment and examination of patients. Carries out physicians' orders accurately and in a timely manner * Accurately and appropriately documents patient care and treatments including, but not limited to, medications, vital signs, intake and output. Develops and documents a patient specific care plan for each inpatient within 24 hours of admission. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility through appropriate charging of supplies and pharmacy items. * Provides direct patient care according to established standards of care. Recognizes legal implications of patient care by obtaining appropriate consents. Is familiar with the Nurse Practice Act and practices within that framework at all times. * Fosters a culture of teamwork by participating in orientation of new personnel, nursing staff meetings and in-service trainings. * Participates and completes special projects and other related as assigned. This is a union position with a pay range of $38.70 - $67.63 per hour, depending on experience. BENEFITS: Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security! We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. Benefits offered by SPMC: * Competitive Compensation * Medical * Prescription * Dental (including Orthodontia) * Vision * Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA * Daycare subsidized benefit * Life Insurance * Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) * Short- and long-term disability * Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement * 457 retirement account for additional funds * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Tuition reimbursement * Smoking Cessation Assistance * Employee Wellness Program * Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team * Beautiful on-site gym for employees * Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps * Walking trails on site