RN - Medical

PeaceHealth Corporation; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance/Hiring Incentive

Shift differentials up to $7/hr

Tuition reimbursement

CE credits

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Medical unit at St. John Medical Center in Longview, WA. The role involves full-time night shifts on a 32-bed inpatient Medical unit, with a schedule of three 12-hour nights per week (1900-0730).

The position offers a wage range of $53.98–$80.10 per hour, with additional pay for BSN/MSN, DNP, and specialty certifications, plus shift differentials and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Accredited School of Nursing Required.
• Experienced RN with 1 year RN experience.
• WA State Registered Nurse License required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS Certification required.
• BSN and Specialty nursing certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care in accordance with unit standards and professional practice.
• Document patient care in the health record per standards.
• Direct and delegate care to team members per their education and competence.
• Pursue ongoing education and professional development to maintain effectiveness.
• Support hospital policies, quality improvement, safety and infection prevention programs.

Skills

Age-specific care

Interpersonal skills

Policy interpretation

Basic computer skills

Education

WA State RN License

RN with BSN preferred

Job description

Job Description

At PeaceHealth, our vision is simple yet powerful; every person receives safe, compassionate care - every time, every touch. As a Registered Nurse at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington, you'll be part of a collaborative, mission driven team dedicated to providing exceptional care. If you're ready to join a wonderful team where your expertise and compassion truly matter, please consider the following role on the Medical unit:

• Role: Full-time night shift Medical Unit Registered Nurse
• Work unit: 32 bed inpatient Medical unit
• Schedule: Work three 12-hour night shifts each week, 1900-0730
• Hospital: St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care facility that offers the intimacy of a community hospital paired with the resources of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in the PNW

Located just 45 minutes North of Portland, Oregon, the Longview-Kelso area offers the best of both worlds, a peaceful lifestyle and natural beauty of a family-orientated community of 60,000, with close proximity to urban amenities, as well as outdoor adventures at the Pacific Ocean and the Mountains.

We offer you:

• A wage range of $53.98 – $80.10. The hiring rate is dependent upon RN work experience and terms of the WSNA union contract.
• Additional compensation for BSN/MSN, DNP, and specialty nursing certification
• Shift differentials up to $7/hr
• A Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives
• Generous tuition reimbursement and CE
• Relocation Assistance/Hiring Incentives May be available
• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following start date
• A wonderful team and supportive leadership

Position Details

Provides professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all members of the care delivery team.

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care needs.
• Documents patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
• Directs and delegates care to other team members in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence.
• Ensures own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
• Participates in the development of and maintains established hospital policies, procedures and objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection prevention program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Accredited School of Nursing Required
• Experienced RN with 1 year RN experience
• Required: WA State Registered Nurse License
• Required: Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• BSN and Specialty nursing certification preferred

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment (Required)
• Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)

Working Conditions - Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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