RN Resident Critical Care

We are offering a sign-on bonus!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.

We are now accepting applications for the new graduate National Nurse Residency program at Virginia Mason.  This position is in the ICU Department.

This is a program focused on supporting the new graduate nurse from entry level to competent professional nurse. The evidence-based curriculum provides emphasis on leadership, patient safety outcomes, and professional development. Our program offers an individualized professional development plan and monthly seminars conducted during the first year of employment at Virginia Mason. Our Residency program will prepare you to successfully begin your career as a confident nursing professional.

Join us at Virginia Mason and experience a truly supportive environment as you gain skills, confidence and build relationships with your peers. Opportunities are available in both hospital inpatient acute care areas such as Medical, Surgical, Telemetry and Critical Care. 

Application Details: Please review all the requirements and upload necessary documents when you submit your application. For consideration, you must provide the following at the time of your submittal.

1. Current resume, including information related to clinical rotations and work experience (Required).

2. Cover Letter including your preference in regard to working in a hospital inpatient department or outpatient clinic setting (Required)

3. Current unofficial school transcripts (Highly preferred)

4. Letter of recommendation from a clinical instructor and or reference contact information (Required) If you do not provide required items, your application may not be considered.

Most positions are full time (36-40 hours per week). Shifts may vary, 8-12 hours in duration. Some positions may require working every other weekend.

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As an VMFH ICU Nurse in our Level 1 Stroke and Cardiac Center, you'll monitor the highest acuity level of patients following extensive injury, surgery, or life-threatening disease. 

Overall responsibilities in our 28-bed Intensive Care Unit: Manage complex patients requiring open heart & neurological surgery, neuro and cardiac interventional treatments, vascular, pulmonary, GI, GU, ventilator support, mechanical circulatory support, such as IABP, Impella & ECMO, CRRT, and other devices as necessary. - Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort - Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families – Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients - Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e. IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices)

Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary - Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury. 

You'll begin each shift with a brief 5-minute team huddle, receive report from the off-going shift. You'll provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician with a chest tube or central line, providing wound care, ensuring patients MRI or CT, or administering medications. 

To thrive in this role, you'll heavily depend on your ability to multitask and react quickly to various situations. You'll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However, it's your sound judgment during critical moments that will ensure your success.

• Current WA State RN license required.
• Clinical rotation on an ICU unit is preferred.
• EKG Monitor Validation & ACLS will be required within 90 days of hire.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing
• Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.

Virginia Mason offers much more than competitive compensation and benefits. With continuing education opportunities and the added potential of relocation assistance, you will find our commitment to your well-being is both rewarding and refreshing.

There is also the lifestyle benefit that comes with finding yourself in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Surrounded by the vibrancy and sophistication of one of the most livable cities in the country, finding the perfect urban or outdoor pursuit will instinctively and pleasurably become second nature.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.