RN Residency Cardiac ICU

Company: St. Joseph Medical Center
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Overview
Current Incentives for qualifying external Nurses with a 2 year commitment
Up to a $25,000 Sign on Bonus for RN's with 1 year Exp in Specialty hired (prorated by FTE- min 0.6 FTE required); Lump sum payment within 30 days of start)
Up to $25,000 in Education Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loans
Up to a $20,000 RN Residency Completion Bonus for qualifying RN Residents
Relocation Assistance for experienced RNs We're -proud to share that -St Joseph Medical Center -was recognized among the -Best Hospitals in Washington -state by -U.S. News & World Report. -103 hospitals in Washington were evaluated and 14 met the high standards to be ranked among the best. -
CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region's most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies. - - As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following benefits:

• Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible health spending accounts (FSA)
• Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Care@Work premium account 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
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Program
  Responsibilities
  Cardiac Nurse It takes a very skilled cardiac nurse to monitor patients with high acuity heart issues in the CVICU. They care for our patients who've experienced cardiac surgery, MI, heart failure, cardiac dysrhythmias, structural heart disease, hypothermia post-cardiac arrest, vascular surgery and ventricular assist devices for destination or bridge to transplant therapy. We've made sure each of our 24 private room beds are equipped with the capability of NIBP, SpO2, arterial, pulmonary artery, cardiac output, temperature and arrhythmia monitoring. If you are a passionate cardiac nurse ready to work for an organization who champions your skillset, it's time to talk to St Joseph Medical Center! What you'll do
  • Provide continuous cardiac monitoring, arrhythmia recognition and intervention
  • Initiate multiple, complex cardiac related infusions at higher doses
  • Care for patients with invasive lines i.e.: arterial lines, pulmonary artery catheter
  • Monitor intubated/mechanically ventilated patients, acute post cardiac surgery patients, and acute trauma patients
    Qualifications
    Requirements
    • We are looking for a responsible and compassionate Registered Nurse with exceptional clinical skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
    • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state
    • Graduate of an accredited nursing program
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) required
    • Specialty certifications: CCRN/CMC,CSC,CHFN (preferred)
    • Previous Cardiac ICU, Open Heart Recovery, Advanced Heart Failure, Impella, VAD and ECMO experience (preferred)
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or attainment within six months of hire is required. #RNCRITICALCAREWA #missioncritical

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