RN / Registered Nurse - ICU at UW Medical Center-Northwest (Per Diem)

Job Description

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has an outstanding opportunity for a Per Diem Registered Nurse.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Per diem schedule / varying hours each week

• Must be available to work 12 hour shifts

• Must be available to work day shifts (7:00am-7:30pm) and night shifts (7:00pm-7:30am)

• Must be available to work weekend shifts

• Must be available to work at least 4 shifts each 4-week period

ABOUT OUR ICU

• We are a general medical ICU offering cardiac, neuro, respiratory, and post-surgical monitoring

• We offer 15 individual rooms for patients

• We consistently hold 1:2 nurse to patient ratios

• Our RNs work in close partnership with our intensivists, physicians, and certified nursing assistants

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Provide life-saving care to patients

• Join a close-knit ICU that values camaraderie and collaboration

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work alongside physicians, intensivists, social workers, and care managers

• Follow evidence-based nursing practices

• Provide bedside for critically ill patients, including those admitted for septic shock, post-cardiac arrest, acute respiratory failure, and strokes

• Monitor and administer medications and IVs

• Provide personalized care with compassion, dignity, and respect

REQUIREMENTS

• 1 year of recent ICU nursing experience

• BLS

• ACLS

• Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital 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 six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

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.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. 

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$45.59 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$83.64 hourly

Other Compensation:

BSN (or higher) premium - $1.00/hour
Certification premium - $1.25/hour
Night premium - $5.00/hour
Weekend premium - $4.00/hour
Sunday night premium - $3.00/hour
Overtime pay

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift:

Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

0.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WSNA UWMC Northwest

About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.