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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Virginia Mason Medical Center, was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by . News & World Report. We are accepting applications for our Nurse Technician program. Are you attending an ADN or BSN program in another area but call Seattle home? Are you a local student but not able to work during this school year? This might be an ideal role for you to consider.

This program is designed to increase student's clinical skills, judgment and critical thinking. One to one mentor relationships with a registered nurse will help build confidence in the science and art of nursing. The Nurse Technician position is a role for nursing students, designed to increase their clinical skills, judgment and critical thinking while enrolled in a nursing program. Nursing students working as Nurse Technicians will be able to connect with Virginia Mason Medical Center, a premier healthcare organization, to assess feasibility of employment post-graduation and will have an opportunity to work alongside members of the healthcare team and move into a Registered Nurse position after graduation.

The Nurse Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, assists patients with activities of daily living, changes dressings, performs urinary catheterization and other treatments and procedures in accordance with formal training received through their nursing degree program.

Job Requirements

We require :

• Current enrollment in a Registered Nurse Associate's or Bachelor's of Science Degree Program
• Completion of a clinical component required
• Licensure as a Nursing Technician-Registered by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) required before beginning employment

To apply : - Complete the online profile and attach your resume - Include a cover letter / goal statement identifying the strengths you would bring to the program, how you expect to grow from this experience and your long term nursing goals (please limit to one page).

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking.

We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state, CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.