RN - Emergency Department

RN - Emergency Department (Peace Health)

Join us as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Peace Health Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington. In this new dynamic setting, you will provide full-spectrum nursing care in a Level II Trauma Center with advanced cardiac and stroke services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care needs with a patient‑centered approach.
• Document patient care thoroughly and accurately in the electronic health record.
• Direct and delegate care to other team members, ensuring a collaborative and efficient workflow.
• Manage complex patient care situations, including the administration of tPA, seizure management, and blood pressure abnormalities with parenteral vasoactive agents.
• Maintain professional effectiveness through ongoing education and development.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of hospital policies, quality improvement, and safety programs.

What Peace Health Offers You

• Competitive Pay:
  Hourly wage ranging from $52.22 to $77.59 with shift differentials up to $2.50/hour for mid shifts and additional pay for advanced degrees and certifications.
• Hiring Bonus & Relocation Assistance:
  Help moving to the Pacific Northwest.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin first of the month after hire, with no waiting period for Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Career Growth:
  Tuition assistance, continuing education reimbursement, student loan repayment options, and the Professional Nurse Advancement Program (PNAP) with pay incentives.
• Total Well‑being: 403b retirement plan with employer contributions, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, and robust wellness and mental health programs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Licensure:
  Current Washington RN license or current Multistate RN license required by date of hire.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 1 year in Emergency Nursing; preference for trauma experience.
• Certifications:
  
  BLS and ACLS required at hire; NIHSS required within 6 months; PALS and TNCC required within 1 year of hire.

Located on the banks of the Columbia River, Vancouver offers city amenities and outdoor adventures, with easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, water sports, craft breweries, and arts and culture. Join an inclusive and respectful culture that values your compassion and expertise.