RN / Assistant Nurse Manager, UW Medical Center - Montlake - Medical Oncology ICU

Job Description

UW Medical Center- Montlake has an outstanding opportunity for a full time (100% FTE, 40 hours per week), evenings and some night shifts ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER (Registered Nurse 3) to join the Medical Oncology ICU. The Assistant Nurse Manager will provide direct nursing care, train and manage staff, spearhead quality improvement initiatives, and ensure safe patient care practices.SCHEDULE:40 hours per week

Evening/Night shifts

2 Clinical Shifts (twelve-hour shifts)

2 Management Shifts (eight-hour shifts)

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

· Assists with operational and leadership duties as applicable

· Collaborates closely with the Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager peers, and ICU staff

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Medical Oncology ICU assistant nurse manager assists the nurse manager to develop, maintain, and evaluate the ongoing operations of the team.  This is a 24-bed unit.  Patient population on this unit includes medical ICU cases and Bone Marrow Transplant.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    

Assists the nurse manager in the recruitment and staff selection process for Medical Oncology ICU Team employees (primarily ICU RNs and other roles/positions/job classes ad hoc)

2.    

Collaborates with Staff Development liaison and Critical Care educator(s)/CNSs to develop individualized orientation action plans for new employees.

3.    

Coordinates orientation schedule for new staff including selection of appropriate units, and assignment of shifts.

4.    

Assists with planning and implementation of continuing education programs for ICU Team staff.

5.    

Designs and coordinates annual competency reviews for RN staff.

6.    

Provides feedback and guidance to staff; observes and reviews staff performance.  Identifies the individual capabilities of staff; provides counseling, instruction, or additional experience as needed; and consults with the nurse manager if further action is indicated.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

·        Current Washington State Registered Nurse license or valid Multistate license.

·        Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Masters Preferred

·        Minimum of two years of recent ICU experience

·        Charge RN experience

·        Current ACLS, BLS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

2 years of current or ICU nursing experience

Previous charge, lead, or supervisory nursing experience

An active Registered Nurse license in the State of Washington

BLS and ACLS

Relocation assistance included.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKEUW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center 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 seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHERUW 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.  

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$49.23 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$90.33 hourly

Other Compensation:

$5.00/hour nights $4.00/hour weekends $3.00/hour evenings $1.00/hour BSN Premium $1.25/hour Nursing Certification

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

90.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WSNA UWMC Montlake

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 dso@uw.edu. 

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.