RN - Critical Care Float Pool (ED/Cardiac Surgery Unit)

Description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced acute care RN for a Critical Care Float Pool position at Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend in Springfield, Oregon. In this .6 FTE Night shift position, you'll work 12-hour shifts floating to our Emergency Department and Cardiac Surgery Unit.

We are excited to invite you to join our dynamic and compassionate teams in our 36- bed cardiac surgery unit and our 57-bed emergency department. As a crucial member of our Critical Care Float pool team, you'll have the opportunity to grow professionally and make a significant impact on the lives of our patients and community. We look forward to supporting you on this rewarding journey as we work together to provide exceptional emergency and cardiac care.

PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend is a 350-bed state-of-the-art regional medical center. On the leading edge of evidence-based hospital design, and creating a patient-centered, healing environment with a strong focus on quality clinical outcomes and patient safety.

We offer you:

• A current wage range of $49.30 – $77.46, rate of pay is dependent upon RN experience and terms of the ONA bargaining union contract agreement.
• Additional compensation for BSN (4%), MSN (5%) and Specialty Nursing Certification ($3.75)
• $6/hr Float Pool pay
• Great shift differentials & weekend differentials
• Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives
• Relocation Assistance & Hiring Bonus
• Full benefits package effective the first of the month following start date
• Tuition Assistance and CE
• Collaborative team environment.
• A mission driven healthcare system
  
  

Springfield is located at the southern end of the Willamette Valley, also known as Oregon wine country. Two rivers run through the community, the Willamette River, and McKenzie River. Bike, walk or run the Middle Fork Path along the Willamette River, or spend the day fishing on the McKenzie River. Springfield has a flourishing downtown and fast becoming a must visit for its culinary experience! Immersed in art, take the outdoor mural tour, or stay inside at the Emerald Art Center. We have one of the most desirable locations in the Pacific Northwest to live, work, and play.

DETAILS OF THE POSITION:

In this role will provide professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all members of the care delivery team.

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care needs.
• Documents patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
• Directs and delegates care to other team members in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence.
• Ensures own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
• Participates in the development of and maintains established hospital policies, procedures and objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection prevention program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Accredited School of Nursing Required
• Required: 1-year acute care RN experience.
• Required: Oregon State Registered Nurse
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support Certification
• Required within 6 months of hire: ACLS, PALS and NIHSS within 6 months of hire
• Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Specialty certification.
  
  

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment. (Required)
• Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures. (Required)
• Basic computer skills. (Required)
  
  

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.
  
  

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
  
  

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
  
  

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.