Clinical Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health Hospital in Salem, Oregon is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Medical Surgical Unit. The role focuses on holistic patient care across a diverse set of diagnoses, with collaboration across disciplines to navigate the hospital stay.

You will assess, plan, implement, and document care while supporting transfers and discharges, and communicating effectively with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Requires BSN or MSN or ADN with commitment to BSN/MSN within three years of hire.
• Unencumbered RN licensure in Oregon.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of RN staff nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate, ongoing, and relevant assessments for each assigned patient.
• Deliver patient care competently in alignment with individualized care plans.
• Plan and coordinate patient transfers or discharges to the appropriate level of care.
• Collaborate proactively with the healthcare team and patient families.
• Document assessments, care plans, interventions, and patient responses clearly and accurately.
• Anticipate patient needs and communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Transfers and discharges

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Diploma RN program

Job description

Location: Salem Health Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Medical Surgical Unit
Position Type: Full Time, 36 hours/weekly, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 7:00 am - 7:30 pm, three 12-hour shifts, variable scheduled days

Your role with us

The medical surgical unit provides care to a highly diverse population with diagnoses of heart failure, sepsis, renal failure, respiratory failure, COVID and patients with multiple co-morbidities. Patients have multiple medical diagnoses offering a variety of healthcare experiences for nurses. Medical Nurses develop a well-rounded knowledge base and are able to care for a wide range of different patients. The wide range of diagnoses coupled with the Care in Place model makes for a highly satisfying specialty. Nurses have the experience of caring for patients holistically and interact with multiple disciplines to navigate their patients through the hospital stay.

What you'll do

• Perform accurate, ongoing, and relevant assessments for each assigned patient.
• Deliver patient care competently in alignment with individualized care plans.
• Plan and coordinate patient transfers or discharges to the appropriate level of care.
• Collaborate proactively with the healthcare team and patient families.
• Document assessments, care plans, interventions, and patient responses clearly and accurately.
• Anticipate patient needs and communicate effectively with team members.

Required qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor of Science (BSN) or Bachelor of Arts degree in nursing, or non-nursing bachelor's degree with a Master of Science in nursing (MSN).Candidates with an associate's degree in nursing (ADN) or graduate of a diploma RN program are also encouraged to apply;ADN applicants with less than five years of acute care experience will be required to sign an agreement committing to complete their BSN or MSN degree within three years of hire.
• Unencumbered licensure to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• One year of RN staff nurse experience.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].