Job Information
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Telemedicine-ICU RN in Tacoma, Washington
Overview
In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
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.
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!
Responsibilities
*THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS (1 yr of exp req) *
*This is a 3rd shift position and is eligible for a $5.50/hr shift differential*
JOB SUMMARY
The job is responsible for providing consultative patient care nursing services via the centralized Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) Virtual Health Network which focuses on the provision of virtual remote care for patients in intensive care units (ICU), other inpatient care units and/or other CommonSpirit Health markets. From a centralized command center location, an incumbent works collaboratively with the Tele-ICU and an interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers to facilitate achievement of clinical objectives, quality/customer service standards and improvement of patient care outcomes. The provision of nursing services are extended to CommonSpirit markets in other states outside Washington State and will require procurement of current RN licensure in those states.
Work is conducted in accordance with VMFH-FH policies, applicable regulatory requirements and scope of practice for the nursing profession and is strongly focused on patient safety. Work involves continuous contact with physicians, patients, patient families, community agencies, patient care staff and management. An incumbent is accountable for the quality of care provided to patients, and has the authority to direct care, provide education, seek resources at the unit/department level, and delegate appropriate tasks.
Work also includes: 1) collaborating with patients, families and on-site healthcare providers in developing/implementing/assessing the patient’s plan of care and appropriate nursing interventions for optimal patient care/safety; 2) monitoring electronic systems/equipment to identify variations from standard norms relating to patient care/status; and 3) providing education/guidance on best practice intensive care nursing and ensuring that providers are following established patient care procedures and documentation standards.
Qualifications
Education/Work Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in nursing or other healthcare-related discipline, graduation from an accredited school of nursing, and three years of related work experience that demonstrates the attainment of the requisite job knowledge, skills and abilities. Work experience in an intensive care unit setting is required.
An equivalent combination of additional qualifying work experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement (Associate’s degree in Nursing required).
Licensure/Certification
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
Depending on assignment, current RN licensure in one or more states outside Washington State will be required within six months of date of hire.
If classified as RN-Tele-ICU Cert : Current Critical Care RN (CCRN) and/or Neuroscience RN (CNRN) certification is required.
Current Healthcare provider BLS Certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) at, or within six months, of date of hire into the position.
Pay Range
$44.40 - $70.18 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.