About Mary Bridge Children’s

Established in Tacoma, WA in 1955, MultiCare’s Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital has grown into a dedicated comprehensive regional network of health services for children. Serving more than 13 referring hospitals over 9 counties and backed by fully staffed services 24/7, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital offers and supports primary care, emergency services, inpatient care, outpatient specialty clinics, and a level IV NICU. Top performing and award-winning, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network specializes in meeting the health needs of kids every day.

FTE: 0.8, Shift: Days, Schedule: 4 days per week. 10:00am - 7:00pm

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 agreementAdvanced degree in Nursing (MSN, PhD, DNP, ARNP) preferredWashington State Registered Nurse license (RN)Current BLS CertificationAdvanced Life Support certification may be required after hire, depending on assigned clinic siteTwo years of experience as a RN - in a clinic setting preferredCandidates with less than two years' experience may be considered for Transition to Practice Program

Why Mary Bridge Children's?

Mission-driven: Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serveAward-winning: Named “Top Children’s Hospital” by the Leapfrog Group in 2022 and 2023Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trialsEmployee-centric: MultiCare is consistently ranked among “America’s Best Employers by State” by ForbesLifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water viewsExplore our services at marybridge.org

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $44.72 - $64.36 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.