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MultiCare Health System PNW PACE Home Care RN in Tacoma, Washington
You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm Position Summary The Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) functions independently when utilizing the nursing process and is responsible for assessing, planning, coordinating, evaluating and delegating nursing functions across the lifespan. The RN collaborates with patients, patient families/significant others, Physicians/Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), patient care staff, leadership and community partners. It's an exciting time to be a nurse at MultiCare. We are on a journey to become a best-in-class nursing organization. Together, we are creating an environment where nurses are owners in the clinical decision-making process, are well connected, have open communication with their colleagues, feel supported to develop professionally, and understand the future of nursing at MultiCare. Responsibilities: Utilizes the nursing process as a systematic problem-solving approach to nursing care, facilitating an optimal level of functioning and health for the patient. Independently triages patients in person, via telephone and secure messages, utilizing protocols, guidelines, and standards. Uses critical thinking skills in making decisions regarding patient care, which includes knowledge and integration of relevant standards, resources, and data. Uses assessment and analysis skills in delivering medical regimens as directed by physicians and APPs. Delegates selected patient care functions to others in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence. Collaborates with the clinic team to facilitate overall improvement in quality of care, patient experience and stewardship. Fosters a learning environment for patients, families, and all members of the health care team. Advocates for ethical and holistic care promoting the autonomy, dignity, and health of patients from diverse ethnic and social backgrounds. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or obtained within five (5) years from the initial date of hire; RN with 25+ years of service may be considered in lieu of education agreement Advanced degree in Nursing (MSN, PhD, DNP, ARNP) preferred Washington State Registered Nurse license (RN) Current BLS Certification Advanced Life Support certification may be required after hire, depending on assigned clinic site Two years of experience as a RN - in a clinic setting preferred Candidates with less than two years' experience may be considered for Transition to Practice Program Our Values As a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy. Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other. Why MultiCare? Belonging: We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our caregivers Mission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serve Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system Employee-centric: Named Forbes "America's Best Employers by State" in 2023 Technology: "Most Wired"health caresystem 15 years in a row Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communities Lifestyle: Live and work in the P