RN

Samaritan Health Services; Lebanon (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Health Services in Oregon is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care on our Medical Surgical unit, following the nursing process to support adults through acute and post-surgical care.

You will collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver age-appropriate care, emphasizing safety, evidence-based practice, and effective communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Oregon RN license is required.
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS certification required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 90 days of hire.

Skills

Social perceptiveness

Adaptability/Flexibility

Time management

Communication

Education

Oregon RN license

BLS

ACLS within 90 days

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 Medical Surgical unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require surgery both emergent and elective. Medical Surgical patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Medical Surgical Nursing is strongly encouraged and supported.

Experience / Education / Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
• LCH Med Surg:
• ACL S required within 90 days of hire.

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)

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
• PULL (20-40 pounds force)
• WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0" - 36") 0 - 20 Lbs
• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
• ROTATE TRUNK Standing
• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
• FINGER DEXTERITY
• PINCH Fingers
• PULL (0-20 pounds force)
• STAND
• BEND FORWARD at waist
• REACH - Forward
• GRASP Hand/Fist
• PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
• PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
• PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
• PUSH (60 or more pounds force)