RN/Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Harborview Medical Center

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center is seeking experienced ED Registered Nurses to join our nationally recognized Emergency Department. As the region's only Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, Harborview provides care to patients with a wide range of medical, surgical, psychiatric, and traumatic conditions. Our ED nurses practice at the top of their license while working alongside an exceptional multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.

This recruitment will be used to fill future Emergency Department RN vacancies.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS 

• Provide rapid assessment, triage, and stabilization of patients with emergent and life-threatening conditions.

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, social workers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

• Care for a diverse patient population with complex medical, surgical, psychiatric, and trauma-related needs.

• Utilize critical thinking and evidence-based practice to make timely clinical decisions.

• Perform advanced nursing interventions while practicing to the full scope of your RN license.

• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and excellence in patient care.

SCHEDULE

• 0.9 FTE (90%) – Night Shift

• 72 hours every two weeks

• Self-scheduling

REQUIREMENTS

• Current Washington State Registered Nurse license (or eligibility to obtain licensure through multistate licensure or endorsement before employment)

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

• Two or more years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

• Equivalent education and experience may substitute for minimum qualifications where permitted, except when licensure, certification, or registration requirements apply.

Harborview Medical Center is a leader in trauma, emergency, and specialty care, serving patients from across Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho. Our Emergency Department offers nurses the opportunity to care for some of the most complex and critically ill patients while working with nationally recognized experts in emergency and trauma care. If you are passionate about high-acuity nursing, continuous learning, and making a meaningful impact in your community.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

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:

$46.97 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$87.02 hourly

Other Compensation:

BSN or Higher premium $1.00/hr. Certification premium $1.25/hr Night shift differential $5.00/hr Weekend shift differential $4.00/hr; Sunday Night premium $3.00/hr Over time pay Relocation available

Benefits:

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

Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

90.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW HMC RN

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.