RN/Registered Nurse, Psych Emergency Services, Harborview Medical Center
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This posting states $87.02 an hour. Open registered nurse jobs in Washington post a median of $67.49 an hour, the middle half $58.92–$70.88, across 921 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Registered nurses employed in Washington earn a median of $59.71 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Job Description
Harborview Medical Center’s Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) is seeking a highly qualified Psych Registered Nurse to join our team of psych nurses at our Level I Trauma Center.
Working in the Psychiatric Emergency Services unit offers a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy the challenge of something different every day.
UNIT
- Assist patients arriving at the Emergency Department in psychiatric crisis.
- Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Perform patient assessments and triage.
- 10-bed unit.
- 24/7 security.
SCHEDULE
- 90% Variable shift
REQUIRMENTS
- Graduated from a accredited school of nursing
- Have/obtain a WA state nursing license to practice
- Two or more years in psych nursing, and acute care setting
To learn more visit Harborview Medical Center
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.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum
$46.97 hourly
Pay Range Maximum
$87.02 hourly
Other Compensation
BSN or Higher premium $1.00/hr. Certification premium $1.25/hr Night shift differential $5.00/hr, Evening shift differential $3.00/hr Weekend shift differential $4.00/hr, Sunday Night premium $3.00/hr Over time pay Relocation available
Benefits
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift
Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
90.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit
SEIU 1199NW HMC RN
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, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
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 dso@uw.edu .
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 .
From UW Medicine's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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