RN

Samaritan Health Services

Corvallis (OR)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Samaritan Health Services in Corvallis, Oregon is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver age-appropriate, direct and indirect patient care on the Oncology Tele 3S unit, following the nursing process.

The RN must hold an Oregon RN license and BLS at hire; ACLS within 90 days. Oncology/telemetry experience is preferred.

This role emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and compassionate care in a high-acuity setting with telemetry monitoring.

Qualifications

Oncology/telemetry experience preferred.

Skills

Social Perceptiveness

Adaptability/Flexibility

Time Management

Communication

Education

Oregon RN license

BLS for Healthcare Providers

ACLS within 90 days

Job description

Summary

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 Oncology unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require Cancer treatment and care. Oncology patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Oncology is strongly encouraged and supported. Telemetry monitoring is available for the patients requiring stable cardiac monitoring.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
- Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
- GSR Oncology Tele 3S:
  - ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
  - Oncology/telemetry experience 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-judgemental 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)
  
  Occasionally
  (11 - 33% of the time)
  
  Frequently
  (34 - 66% of the time)
  
  Continually
  (67-100% of the time)
  
  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