RN / Registered Nurse - Freestanding Infusion Centers (Per Diem)

Job Description

UW Medical Center-Northwest – Freestanding Infusion has an outstanding opportunity for a Per Diem Registered Nurse. The Per Diem Registered Nurse will support two infusion sites, both located in North Seattle

WORK SCHEDULE

• Per diem schedule / variable hours per week

• Must be available to work 10 hour day shifts (7:30am-6:00pm)

• Must be available to pick up shifts Monday-Friday and on weekends

• Must be available to work at two sites - UW Medical Center-Northwest and our Outpatient Medical Center (both in North Seattle)

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Our ambulatory Freestanding Infusion Centers treat a broad range of conditions with chimeric monoclonal antibodies, anti-inflammatory tumor necrosis factor inhibiting agents, and other auto-immune biologics. Registered Nurses are responsible for administering outpatient infusion therapy.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Screens patients for infusions of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors and therapeutic treatments

• Administers medications, steroids, chemotherapy, and blood products

• Performs venipuncture and accesses implanted ports

• Places IVs and observes patients during infusions

• Disconnects IVs and monitors patients post-infusion

• Programs portable infusion pumps for continuous drug delivery and provides pump usage instructions to patients and caregivers

• Cleans pumps after each use and documents proper pump usage

• Calculates medication dosages for patients under the guidance and consultation of the patient’s physician

• Follows OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents and biohazardous waste

REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of recent infusion therapy nursing experience

• Strong IV placement and phlebotomy skills

• Advanced knowledge in IV therapy, IV administration, and peripheral IV or midline maintenance

• Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State

• Active BLS

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital 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 six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

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:

$45.59 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$83.64 hourly

Other Compensation:

BSN (or higher) premium - $1.00/hour Certification premium - $1.25/hour Weekend premium - $4.00/hour Overtime pay

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

0.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WSNA UWMC Northwest

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.