Registered Nurse, ER/MedSurg - FT Days

lakehealthdistrict; Lakeview (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Health District in Lakeview, Oregon seeks an RN for full-time, 36-40 hours weekly on rotating 12-hour shifts in ER and MedSurg. Non-Exempt, hourly, union. Requires RN license, BLS, and preferred BSN; ACLS/NRP/ENPC/TNCC as available. Minimum 1 year acute experience encouraged.

Provide leadership during rapid clinical changes, ensure patient-centered care, and participate in shared/mandatory call as schedule requires. Background checks and probation apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Current RN license in Oregon; BLS required; ACLS/NRP/ENPC/TNCC certifications as available.
• Minimum 1 year acute clinical experience; emergency nursing skills emphasized.
• Knowledge of Oregon Nurse Practice Act and standards; ability to lead in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality compassionate patient care using the nursing process.
• Serve as a clinical leader guiding nursing staff and supporting safe, patient-centered care.
• Respond calmly to emergencies, prioritize care, and educate staff and students.

Skills

Emergency Nursing

Clinical Leadership

Patient Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NRP

ENPC

TNCC

PALS encouraged

Job description

Position Details

Registered Nurse, Full-time, 36-40 hrs./week, days (0545-1815), 12-hour shifts, rotating schedule, shifts vary, working both in the Emergency Room and MedSurg. Shared call (low census call, certification call, mandatory call as schedule needs). Non-Exempt, Hourly, Union

Position Summary

Provide high-quality, compassionate patient care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Serve as a clinical leader, providing guidance and support to nursing staff while ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current RN license from the Oregon State Board of Nursing required. Current BLS required. ACLS, NRP, ENPC and TNCC certification as soon as available after hire. Acute and Post Partum unit check off required after hire. PALS certification encouraged.
• Experience: At least one (1) year of acute clinical experience preferred. Demonstrates excellence in emergency nursing skills and patient care.
• Job Knowledge: Responsible to understand and capable of implementing duties with the scope of rules and regulations of the Oregon State Board of Nursing and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Skills: Provide leadership within complex and rapidly changing clinical environment. Function calmly and effectively in emergent situations peak work times. Demonstrate positive and compassionate attitude toward patients and their families. Prioritize patient care and unit needs appropriately. Functions as a positive team member with other hospital staff and physicians. Recognize and differentiate normal and abnormal patient assessments and conditions. Provide effective education for patients, nursing staff members and students. Maintain patient confidentially. Maintain open and effective communication with co-workers, physicians and management staff.

Employment Requirements

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of 500-hour probationary period.
• Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

Disclaimer

If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active-duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active-duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Veteran's preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.

If claiming 10-point veteran's preference you must provide the DD214 or certification requirements (see above bullet), plus the proof of entitlement of this. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference.

Lake Health District is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.