Nursing Jobs in Puyallup, WA

RN Family Birth Center

apartment Virginia Mason Franciscan Health location_onBurien, WA

Job Summary and Responsibilities Job Summary This job is responsible for providing a wide variety of professional nursing services which focus on the provision of quality patient care consistent with hospital standards/values applicable regulatory requirements and scope of practice for the nursing profession. Work also includes developing implementing and assessing the patient plan of care during time of stay in collaboration with physicians interdisciplinary teams and the patient/family. An incumbent is engaged in direct patient care including assessing planning coordinating evaluating and delegating work to members of the patient care team and for providing education and consultation with patients families physicians and other staff members in implementing appropriate nursing interventions for optimal patient care. Work is performed under standards of safety and care that provide instruction/guidance for taking care of issues and patient needs in the absence of a physician. Requires the use of judgment and critical thinking skills in making decisions regarding patient care (within the scope of practice) including knowledge and integration of available standards resources and data and in the efficient utilization of staff/resources. Work involves continuous contact with physicians patients patient families community agencies patient care staff and management. An incumbent is accountable for the quality of care provided to patients and has the authority to direct care provide education seek resources at the unit/department level and delegate appropriate tasks. This position is responsible for serving as the primary Registered Nurse delivering care to post-partum women and normal newborns who are admitted to the Family Birth Center Job Requirements Job Requirements Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, BSN degree is preferred. Minimum 6 months previous RN experience required. One year of related work experience in an acute care setting is preferred. Lactation certification preferred Previous recent Labor and Delivery Experience is preferred, or One to two years Med/Surg experience with completion of Mother/Baby Education program. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing. Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) completion within 6 months of date of hire. National Certification Corporation (NCC) or American Nurses Credentialing Center certification preferred. Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.