Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency

Samaritan Health Services; Newport (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Emergency Department in Oregon. The RN will provide safe, age-appropriate direct and indirect patient care, using the nursing process within the scope set by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.

Experience in ED is preferred; ACLS/TNCC/PALS within six months of hire are required, and CEN is a plus. The role emphasizes teamwork, adaptability, and efficient care delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• ACLS, TNCC and PALS required within six months of hire; previous ED nursing experience preferred; CEN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, age-appropriate direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process within the Oregon State Board of Nursing scope.
• Collaborate with ED team to manage a wide range of patient conditions and emergencies.

Skills

Social perceptiveness

Adaptability

Time management

Communication

Education

Oregon RN license

BLS certification

ACLS/TNCC/PALS within 6 months

CEN preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for utilizing the nursing process to provide safe, age-appropriate, direct and indirect patient care, while practicing within the scope of practice of the Oregon State Board of Nursing.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Emergency Department provides care for patients with a wide variety of needs from non-critical to emergent medical conditions including emergent and urgent mental health care. All patients are welcome whether walking in or arriving by emergency transport. All Emergency Department staff are certified to care for critical cardiac and trauma patients including children.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
• PCH Emergency:
  • ACLS, TNCC and PALS required within six (6) months of hire.
  • Previous ED nurse experience preferred, will train qualified RN depending on level of previous acute care experience and hospital need.
  • CEN preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
• Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
• Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)

(11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)

Continually (67 - 100% of the time)

Task-Specific Physical Demands

• CLIMB - STAIRS
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs
• SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
• KNEEL (on knees)
• SIT
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
• CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
• SQUAT Repetitive
• ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
• REACH - Upward
• PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
• PULL (20-40 pounds force)
• STAND
• WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• BEND FORWARD at waist
• ROTATE TRUNK Standing
• REACH - Forward
• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
• FINGER DEXTERITY
• PINCH Fingers
• GRASP Hand/Fist
• PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
• PULL (0-20 pounds force)
• None specified