Registered Nurse - MCU - Full Time - Nights

Bay-Area-Hospital; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay-Area-Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Medical Care Unit. This position requires applying the nursing process, effective teaching, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care.

Candidates must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Oregon and preferably have recent acute care experience. Competitive compensation ranging from $47.82 to $71.26 based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in English.
• Recent acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Applies nursing process to patient care.
• Documents patient care in medical record.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for overall care coordination.

Skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Effective teaching skills

Proficient in use of computer

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Oregon

American Heart Association BLS

Job description

Registered Nurse - MCU - Full Time - Nights

Job Details

Time Type: Full time

Hours per Pay Period: 72

Shift: Evening Shift 12-36

Compensation: $47.82 – $71.26 USD (based on experience)

Department: Medical Care Unit

Union Affiliation: ONA

Job Description

Registered Nurse within the RN scope of practice as defined by the 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 the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.

Skills and Abilities

• Able to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in English.
• Exhibits critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Flexible, able to prioritize and adapt to rapidly changing patient and unit needs.
• Demonstrates effective teaching skills.
• Responds effectively to patient crisis/emergency situations.
• Proficient in use of computer, including accessing internet, word processing, and documenting in an electronic medical record system.
• Maintains regular, consistent, and punctual attendance at the assigned job location.

Education/Certifications/Licenses/Degrees

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Oregon.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).

Experience

• Recent (within past 5 years) acute care hospital experience preferred.

Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements

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

Compensation Grade

ONA

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.