RN - Surgical Unit

Company: PeaceHealth
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description


Description


Are you looking for your next adventure? Do you believe each patient deserves safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care? If so, Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield, Oregon might be the place for you!


PeaceHealth is seeking a RN for our Surgical Unit for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Night shift position. Hourly compensation is $37.83 - $73.90 ; hiring rate dependent on qualifications, professional experience, work location, and/or terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.


**Hiring Bonus and relocation for eligible candidates!**


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PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend is a 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.


Our hospital is located alongside the beautiful McKenzie River. Only minutes away from University of Oregon, you'll experience the great combination of living near the city while taking in the fresh air and lush greenery of the Pacific Northwest.


WHAT WE OFFER :


Generous Relocation Assistance

Great shift differentials

Medical and Dental, Vision, Retirement, and Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

PTO with no waiting period

Professional practice support

Collaborative team environment


JOB SUMMARY


Provides 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.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


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.


QUALIFICATIONS


EDUCATION:


Graduate of an approved school of nursing required.

BSN or current enrollment in a BSN program preferred.

Specialty certification preferred.


EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:


One year of experience as a registered nurse preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs.

One year experience in an acute care facility OR successful completion of an approved training course/orientation and standard competencies within six months of hire is required.

Experience in caring for post ICU, trauma, urology and gynecology patients preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs.


LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:


Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state in which nurse will be practicing.

Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.

ACLS certification may be required.

See community specific document for each Unit/Department required credentials.


OTHER SKILLS:


Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment.

Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures.

Basic computer skills.


REGION/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES


Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend and University District:


Nurses may be able to work in another nursing unit within Sacred Heart Medical Center UD and RiverBend provided that they have completed the necessary CareConnect training, unit specific competencies and have been deemed competent by a leader of the unit. Including but not limited to the unit manager, assistant nurse manager or clinical nurse educator they are floating to.


RIVERBEND PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:


Work requires active physical exertion up to 66% of the time.

Ability to lift objects weighing 50 lbs. or less.

Work requires frequent exposure to minor cold, heat, poor ventilation or sharp instruments; reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids once per month or more.

Job duties frequently require intense concentration or attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

Job duties may require use of additional PPE such as eye shield, respirator and mask.


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: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.


See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility .


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.


Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.

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