Registered Nurse - IMCU - FT Nights

Bay Area Hospital; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 65,876 - 98,167; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Coos Bay seeks a Registered Nurse for the Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) on night shifts. The role involves applying nursing processes to patient care, teaching patients, and collaborating with the healthcare team. Candidates must hold an Oregon RN license, BLS certification, and obtain ACLS certification within 6 months. Flexible hours and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license in Oregon required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Must obtain ACLS certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing process in patient care.
• Teach patients and their families.
• Document patient care in medical records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Effective English communication

Critical thinking

Flexible and adaptable

Effective teaching skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse license in Oregon

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Registered Nurse - IMCU - FT Nights

Bay Area Hospital, Coos Bay, OR

Shift: Night Shift 12-36

Hours per pay period: 72

Pay: $47.82 – $71.26 USD per hour

Job Description

Registered Nurse – Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU). Within RN scope of practice as defined by Oregon State Board of Nursing, applies the nursing process to the care of patients. Teaches patients and significant others. Documents patient care in the medical record. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Apply RN scope and nursing process in patient care.
• Teach patients and significant others.
• Document patient care in medical record.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate overall care.

Skills and Abilities

• Readable, legible writing and effective English communication.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Flexible, able to prioritize and adapt to rapidly changing unit needs.
• Effective teaching skills.
• Respond effectively to patient crisis/emergency.
• Proficient computer use including internet, word processing, EMR documentation.
• Maintain regular, consistent, punctual attendance.

Education / Certifications / Licenses

• Registered Nurse license in Oregon.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6 month grace period.

Experience

• Recent (within past 5 years) acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Acute care hospital experience in past two years or intermediate/progressive care experience preferred.

Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements

• Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, stretch frequently.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must use standard precautions due to exposure to blood and body fluids.
• Ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, speaking in person or on telephone.
• Requires frequent use of personal computer.
• Must demonstrate manual dexterity.

Union Affiliation

ONA

Compensation Grade

ONA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.