RN / Registered Nurse - Harborview's Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic

Job Description Harborview Medical Center's Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic has an outstanding opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN). WORK SCHEDULE 100% FTE, 40 hours per week Day Shift DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic at Harborview provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of problems relating to the mouth, teeth and facial regions. These conditions include impacted teeth, oral pathology, facial trauma, head and neck infections, maxillofacial reconstruction/implants, dentofacial deformities and temporomandibular joint disorders. . The clinic’s general focus is on adult patients, but patients of any age are treated for injuries sustained from trauma or for emergency care. A parent or guardian who can legally give written informed consent must accompany any patient under 18 years of age. Our clinic staff includes dental assistants, registered nurses and patient care coordinators. Dental assistants complete initial intake, take radiographs, seat the patient and assist other healthcare professionals during procedures. Registered nurses assist with IV sedation procedures and provide patient education. Patient care coordinators help with referrals, general questions and assist patients with scheduling surgeries and procedures. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Conveniently located near public transportation Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve Opportunity to provide career growth PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of problems relating to the mouth, teeth and facial regions Assist the provider in performance of procedures, and as an independent provider of certain RN procedures Provide direct care and assist in delivering preventive client-focused health services including assessment, education, intervention and counseling related to health maintenance and other assigned duties Coordinates care for a group of patients, including the key element of continuity of care Completion of Core Sedation training as part of orientation in order to assist with conscious sedation outpatient procedures Float between OFMS and Epilepsy Clinics REQUIREMENTS Active WA State or Multi-State RN License by start date Minimum 2 years of acute or ambulatory care experience including experience with wound care and sedation Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations, including patients with mental health and substance use disorders, and understanding their unique challenges 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: $1.00/hour BSN premium Overtime pay Relocation assistance available Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/ Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% 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 .