Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Radiology
University of Washington Medical Center
Seattle, WA

Nurse Manager, UW Montlake/northwest - Radiology Days

The UW Medicine Montlake and Northwest Campus has an opportunity for a Nurse Manager, Radiology . WORK SCHEDULE Full time, day shift. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Function as a liaison between patients, physicians and other healthcare providers Provides leadership and coordination for the Radiology Department Guides and directs the activities of the Staff Nurses, Assistant Managers, Patient Care Technicians and support staff in the designated unit. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Our Radiology/Imaging Services RNs provide radiology care for patients from all areas of UWMC, inpatient and outpatient. RN's who work in our department provide procedural care including IV starts, conscious sedation monitoring and nursing assessment. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Provides Human Resources support hiring staff, development of performance standards Demonstrates excellent customer service that ensures patients and family members are attended to in a professional manner. Supports hospital mission and objectives Monitors high standards/care practice by team Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Recruiting and hiring Supervision and planning Implementation of programs to meet specific patient care needs Focus on continuous improvement of the quality of patient care Planning and management of the unit's budget REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS BSN required. 3-5 years experience as a conscious sedation RN in an Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab setting. A minimum of three years nursing leadership in a large hospital setting. Basic computer knowledge (Word and Excel) Demonstrated leadership experience, working collaboratively with medical leadership and staff. Demonstrated ability in process improvement to optimize clinic flow and operations. Demonstrated interpersonal skills in a manner which enhances communication, promotes conflict resolution, and facilities cooperation and collaboration to meet goals. Demonstrated skill in Human Resources management such that staff are productive and function well as a team. Ability to have tough conversations as needed, counsel staff and utilize corrective disciplinary process as needed. Knowledge of The Joint Commission, DOH and other regulatory agency standards Demonstrated excellence in customer service in daily interactions with patients, family members and medical staff. 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 with easy access off I-5 or 520, along bike and bus routes. Unsurpassed benefits. Registered Nurses are eligible for 11 healthcare plans, a state pension, a 403(b), a student loan forgiveness program, child and dependent care assistance, and specialty programs focused on health and wellness. ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street. Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals. 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. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Find your place at Washington's only integrated health system devoted to improving the health of all people. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. REQUIREMENTS: L-RN | REGISTERED NURSE LICENSE - WA State