Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical
Location: Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
At Decypher, we are dedicated to supporting the health and readiness of service members, veterans, and their families across the United States. As a leader in healthcare staffing and solutions since 2008, Decypher partners with the Defense Health Agency to deliver exceptional professional services, advanced technology, and comprehensive management solutions. We invite you to join our team as a Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical and make a direct, meaningful impact every day.
As a Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical, you will play a pivotal role in providing compassionate, patient-centered care to a diverse patient population. You will assess, plan, implement, and document nursing care in accordance with established clinical protocols and documentation standards. Your expertise will be crucial in managing complex and high-risk patient needs, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, administering medications and treatments safely, and serving as a patient advocate and educator. Your commitment to quality assurance, infection control, and patient safety will help uphold Decypher’s mission to deliver outstanding healthcare services to those who serve and their families.
Our Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical team works closely with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients undergoing medical and surgical treatments. You will utilize advanced clinical skills to address the unique needs of patients, from assessment and medication administration to emergency response and discharge planning. This position offers the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with patients and their families, while contributing to a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organization.
Decypher’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to our workplace culture. As a member of our team, you’ll benefit from a supportive environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and a robust benefits package. If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply for the Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical position today.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical Summary- Deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care in a dynamic medical-surgical environment
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support optimal health outcomes for service members, veterans, and their families
- Participate in quality assurance, infection control, and risk management initiatives
- Engage in ongoing professional development and team-based care
- Assess, plan, implement, and document nursing care for diverse patient populations in accordance with clinical standards
- Serve as a patient advocate and educator, developing individualized care plans and instructional materials tailored to patient and family needs
- Communicate pertinent patient information to charge nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate
- Administer medications and blood products safely, adhering to scope of practice and best practices for medication management
- Perform direct patient care procedures, including range of motion exercises, patient transport, hygiene care, and feeding
- Manage care for patients with advanced needs, including those at high risk for infection or requiring life support equipment
- Participate in discharge planning, care conferences, and multidisciplinary team meetings to address complex care needs
- Respond skillfully to emergencies, initiating life-saving measures and operating emergency equipment such as defibrillators and cardiac monitors
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and contribute to risk management and quality assurance processes
- Support team operations by participating in staff meetings, patient care conferences, and ongoing professional education
- Utilize workload knowledge to assist in staffing and resource allocation as needed
- May serve on committees and participate in research or data-gathering initiatives as assigned
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization
- Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
- Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance
- Associate’s degree in nursing from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited program
- Active, unrestricted RN license in a U.S. state or territory
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Minimum of one year of experience in a medical-surgical nursing unit
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Physical ability to lift and move patients and equipment as needed
- Demonstrates clinical competence and confidence in a fast-paced medical-surgical setting
- Excellent communicator and team collaborator
- Strong advocate for patient safety and quality care
- Adaptable, resilient, and able to manage high-stress or emergency situations with composure
- Committed to continuous learning and professional growth
- Work schedule may include a combination of 12-hour, 8-hour, and/or 4-hour shifts, including weekends
- May be required to lift up to 50 pounds independently, with additional lifting support as needed
- Participation in ongoing education, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives is expected
- Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V)
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our nation’s heroes and their families, apply now for the Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical position with Decypher. Take the next step in your nursing career by clicking the application button today.