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St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma

Serving Tacoma and surrounding areas, St. Joseph Medical Center is ready to help you and your family achieve your best health, throughout all the stages of your life. Find a Virginia Mason Franciscan Health primary or specialty provider at clinics close to where you live or work.

Our health care services

We’ve built our programs based on your needs, recruiting the top specialists and investing in advanced technology. On-site services include:

  • A Family Birth Center with a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and our new Midwifery Center at St. Joseph
  • Around-the-clock emergency services, including a Level II Trauma Center
  • Cancer care from the Puget Sound’s leading cancer specialists
  • Heart care at the South Sound’s largest heart and vascular center
  • Orthopedics care, including a joint replacement program that features a dedicated nurse navigator and care coordinator
  • Neuroscience services, including leading-edge Gamma Knife radiosurgery for brain tumors
  • And many more services

  • Emergency Services: St. Joseph Medical Center

    When a medical emergency happens, you want nearby, expert care. At St. Joseph Medical Center, our highly trained board-certified doctors, registered nurses and other specialists have years of expertise in advanced emergency and trauma care for patients of all ages.

    Emergency care in Tacoma

    Our emergency specialists provide care for people with the most serious and life-threatening conditions throughout the Tacoma area. Our expert services include:

    The skilled and experienced providers, nurses and staff at St. Joseph have specialized training in emergency and trauma medicine. That means we provide superior care for you and your loved ones in any medical emergency. For their skill and expertise, our teams have earned national recognition, including:

    • Accreditation for our hospital care from The Joint Commission
    • Advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission
    • Beats national standards for door-to-balloon times for heart attack
    • Silver award for The Medal of Honor for Organ Donation from the United States Department of Health and Human Services
    • Accreditation of the Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Unit by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF International)

    Tacoma Trauma Center: Level II Trauma Care

    St. Joseph provides Level II trauma services for civilians and military personnel with critical illnesses and injuries. Trauma-care duty rotates every 24 hours with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital and Madigan Army Medical Center.

    The Level II designation means that:

    • St. Joseph has a trauma surgeon on site when the facility is on trauma duty.
    • Cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, neurosurgeons and other medical specialists can respond within 20 minutes of being called.

    Choosing the right care location

    Where you go for your health care matters. Here's a quick summary of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health's services to help you choose the right level of treatment at the right time.

    Emergency Services

    For very serious or life-threatening conditions or trauma.

    Primary Care

    For common illnesses, minor injuries, routine health exams and long-term health maintenance.

    Find a Provider Near You

    Urgent Care

    For same-day care when your regular provider isn't available.

    Virtual Urgent Care

    For 24-hour care via phone or secure web chat with board-certified providers or nurse practitioners.

    Learn more about all four levels of our health care services and choosing the right care location .

Jun 25, 2022
Part time
STAFF RN - SOUTH TELEMETRY
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma
Staff Registered Nurse - South Telemetry Location: Apple Valley, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Days Within the identified roles of Practitioner, Teacher and Leader, the staff Registered Nurse provides collaborative and comprehensive care based on patient and/or family needs. The staff Registered Nurse implements and evaluates care delivery based on predicted outcomes while anticipating potential responses provides assessment, treatment and care throughout the hospital and outlying clinics. The staff Registered Nurse will practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal and hospital policies. The Staff Registered Nurse works independently under limited supervision directly reporting to the Unit/Department Supervisor, Director of Assistant Vice President.
Jun 07, 2022
Full time
STAFF RN II - ENDOSCOPY *$20,000 SIGN-ON-BONUS AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE*
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Staff Nurse II - Endoscopy Location: Santa Rosa, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 80 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days Under the direction of the Department Manager, the Staff Nurse II independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan implement and evaluate the results of patient care.
Jun 07, 2022
Full time
STAFF NURSE II - SURGICAL SERVICES
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Santa Rosa, CA, USA
We are looking for a Staff Nurse II for the Surgical Services Department at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system. Location: Santa Rosa, CA Schedule: Part Time - 64 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days (Variable Shifts) Job Summary: Under the direction of the Department Manager, the Staff Nurse II uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan implement and evaluate the results of patient care.
Jun 07, 2022
Full time
RN II - ORTHOPEDICS
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Fullerton, CA, USA
Advance your career working at a Magnet recognized hospital known for clinical quality and patient safety. Providence St. Jospeh Health offers a comprehensive range of benefits including but not limited to professional advancement, extensive health and program wellness offerings as well as competitive compensation, PTO, and retirement plans. We look forward to hearing from you! Registered Nurse II - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Location: Fullerton, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Nights The RN independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care.
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
RN II - NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Fullerton, CA, USA
We are looking for a Registered Nurse II for the 3SW Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at St. Jude Medical Center. Location: Fullerton, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Nights Job Summary: The RN independently uses the nursing process to care for a group of patients safely, therapeutically and efficiently. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes, and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Intermediate care/ Step Down unit is organized, operated and maintained to provide the monitoring and care of patients with moderate or potentially severe physiologic instability requiring specialized equipment and or personnel necessary for invasive monitoring.   *Essential Functions: * Facilitates patient care through effective communication. Develops and maintains therapeutic and effective relationships with patient/family and the health care team. Delegates...
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
REGISTERED NURSE - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT - COVENANT PLAINVIEW *UP TO $21,000 HIRING BONUS*
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Plainview, TX, USA
Covenant Health is seeking a Full-time, Night Shift Registered Nurse II (RN) with the Emergency   Department at Covenant Plainview. Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system. $21,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment. Job Summary: The RN independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. Essential Functions: COLLABORATION: The process whereby the health care team plan and practice together as colleagues, working interdependently within the boundaries of their scope of practices using...
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
RN II - MEDICAL BUILDING
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Orange, CA, USA
Registered Nurse II - Medical Building Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Nights The Registered Nurse independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources, including Jean Watsons Theory of Human Science and Caring to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse oversees the duties and competencies of the healthcare team; these include the performance of nursing assistant duties, clerical, food service, and environmental services duties as applicable. The Registered Nurse will practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal, and hospital policies.
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
HOSPICE RN II - HIGH DESERT AREA *$7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS*
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA
Hospice RN II Location: High Desert Area Work Schedule: Full time - 80 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days $7,500 Sign-on Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment. The Hospice Registered Nurse provides prescribed nursing care service to Hospice patients and their families in a home setting, Respite Care Facility (RCFE) or a skilled nursing facility setting.
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
RN II - ONCOLOGY UNIT
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Orange, CA, USA
Registered Nurse II - Oncology Unit Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Days The Registered Nurse independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources, including Jean Watsons Theory of Human Science and Caring to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse oversees the duties and competencies of the healthcare team; these include the performance of nursing assistant duties, clerical, food service, and environmental services duties as applicable. The Registered Nurse will practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal, and hospital policies.
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
WOUND CARE RN - ENTEROSTOMAL THERAPY
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Orange, CA, USA
Wound Care RN - Enterostomal Therapy Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Part Time - 40 Biweekly Hours Shift: 10-hour, Days The Wound Care Nurse is a Registered Nurse who provides patient care services for patients with fecal and urinary diversions, acute and chronic wounds, drains, pressure injuries, peristomal skin issues, and skin issues as defined by the Wound Ostomy and Continence (WOCN) Organization. Functions independently in both acute and patient care settings and outpatient services. The Wound Care RN also serves in a consultative and educational role for medical and nursing staff, and education role for the professional and lay community.
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
REGISTERED NURSE - OBSTETRICIAN-GYNECOLOGISTS SIGN-ON BONUS
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Eureka, CA, USA
We are looking for a Clinic Registered Nurse II (with a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus) for the OB GYN Department at Providence Medical Foundation. $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment. Location: Eureka, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 80 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days Job Summary: As the leader of the health care team, provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the St. Joseph Heritage Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Essential Functions: Leadership: Serves as a leader of the health care team; delegates tasks appropriately, and demonstrates appropriate accountability. Demonstrates initiative...
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
REGISTERED NURSE - DAY SURGERY UNIT - COVENANT CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL *UP TO $10,000 HIRING BONUS*
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Lubbock, TX, USA
Covenant Health is seeking an Full-time, Evening Shift Registered Nurse II with the OP Surgery LS Department at Covenant Children's Hospital. Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system. $10,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment. Job Summary  : The RN independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. Essential Functions: COLLABORATION: The process whereby the health care team plan and practice together as colleagues, working interdependently within the boundaries of their scope of practices using...
Jun 06, 2022
Full time
RN II - DEFINITIVE STEP DOWN UNIT
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Orange, CA, USA
RN II -   Definitive Step Down Unit Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Full time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Days The Registered Nurse independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources, including Jean Watsons Theory of Human Science and Caring to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse oversees the duties and competencies of the healthcare team; these include the performance of nursing assistant duties, clerical, food service, and environmental services duties as applicable. The Registered Nurse will practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal, and hospital policies.
Jun 03, 2022
Full time
RN II - SICU INTENSIVIST - COVENANT MEDICAL CENTER
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Lubbock, TX, USA
Covenant Health is seeking a Full Time, Night Shift Registered Nurse II for the Surgical Intensive Care Unit Intensivist Department at Covenant Medical Center. Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Modern Hire system. Job Summary: The RN independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. Professional Practice Advancement Program: RN I: Advanced Beginner less than one year of nursing experience; provides nursing care in an effective and safe manner. RN II: Competent nurse, provides care in a skilled and effective manner, utilizing appropriate technical and decision making skills. RN III: Proficient nurse, provides nursing care efficiently and effectively using a high level of technical and...
Jun 03, 2022
Full time
RN II - MEDICAL BUILDING
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Orange, CA, USA
Registered Nurse II - Medical Building Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Nights The Registered Nurse independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources, including Jean Watsons Theory of Human Science and Caring to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse oversees the duties and competencies of the healthcare team; these include the performance of nursing assistant duties, clerical, food service, and environmental services duties as applicable. The Registered Nurse will practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal, and hospital policies.
Jun 03, 2022
Full time
RN II - WOUND CARE CENTER
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Orange, CA, USA
Registered Nurse II - Wound Care Center Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 80 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days The Registered Nurse independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources, including Jean Watsons Theory of Human Science and Caring to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse oversees the duties and competencies of the healthcare team; these include the performance of nursing assistant duties, clerical, food service, and environmental services duties as applicable. The Registered Nurse will practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal, and hospital policies.
Jun 03, 2022
Full time
STAFF RN - EMERGENCY *UP TO $20,000 HIRING BONUS*
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Apple Valley, CA, USA
Staff Registered Nurse Up to $20,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment. Location: Apple Valley, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Days Here, nurses are not simply valued—they’re invaluable. Nurses thrive in our culture of connection where encouragement, mutual respect and understanding are the focus. We listen to your goals and aspirations and partner with you in achieving them, because we know that to inspire and retain the best nurses, we must support them. Learn why over 45K nurses choose to work at Providence by visiting our Nursing Institute page (https://www.providence.org/business/nursing-institute/about-us) .
Jun 03, 2022
Full time
HOSPICE RN II - HIGH DESERT AREA *$7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS*
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA
Hospice RN II Location: High Desert Area Work Schedule: Full time - 80 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days $7,500 Sign-on Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment. The Hospice Registered Nurse provides prescribed nursing care service to Hospice patients and their families in a home setting, Respite Care Facility (RCFE) or a skilled nursing facility setting.
Jun 03, 2022
Full time
RN II - HOME HEALTH DIRECT
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Anaheim, CA, USA
We are looking for a Registered Nurse II for the Home Health Direct Department at Home Health Agency. Location: Anaheim, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 80 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days Job Summary: The Registered Nurse assesses patients for skilled home health needs, develops and initiates a plan of care with the physician approval and provides nursing care, ordered by the physician to patients in their place of residence. The Registered Nurse continually re-evaluates the patients nursing needs. Essential Functions: Demonstrates knowledge and competency in performing baseline-nursing skills, including assessment, wound care, catheter care and infusion. Maintains clinical competencies according to agency standards. Completes comprehensive assessments, including OASIS items, accurately and timely at specific time-points as defined by regulation and agency policy. Develops a plan of care, in collaboration with the patient,...
Jun 03, 2022
Full time
RN II - ONCOLOGY UNIT
St. Joseph Medical Center-Tacoma Orange, CA, USA
Registered Nurse II - Oncology Unit Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Full Time - 72 Biweekly Hours Shift: 12-hour, Days The Registered Nurse independently uses the nursing process to safely, therapeutically and efficiently care for a group of patients. Uses information from a variety of sources, including Jean Watsons Theory of Human Science and Caring to assess, plan, implement, identify outcomes and evaluate patient's plan of care. The Registered Nurse oversees the duties and competencies of the healthcare team; these include the performance of nursing assistant duties, clerical, food service, and environmental services duties as applicable. The Registered Nurse will practice in accordance with all regulatory, professional, legal, and hospital policies.