RN - Operating Room

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

Benefits offered by this job

BSN/MSN incentive

15% differential

Nurse Advancement program

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced Operating Room RN for a Per Diem position at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington. The OR team performs procedures across 5 suites, including robotics with the da Vinci XI.

The role offers a variable schedule (days, 8/10/12 hour shifts) with a wage range of $53.98 to $80.10 per hour, plus BSN/MSN or specialty cert pay and a 15% differential in lieu of benefits. Join a mission-driven health system committed to patient care.

Qualifications

• WA State RN license required.
• Minimum 1 year OR nursing experience.
• BSN/MSN and specialty certs may earn more.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Document care in the health record per standards.
• Direct and delegate care to team members.
• Maintain hospital policies, quality and safety programs.

Skills

Age-specific care

Interpersonal skills

Policy comprehension

Basic computer skills

Education

WA RN License

BSN/MSN and certs

Accredited nursing program

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking an experienced OR nurse for a Per Diem position at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington. Consider joining our OR team in the following role:

• Role: Per Diem Operating Room RN
• Schedule: variable days, 8/10/12 hour shifts
• Unit: 5 OR suites
• Robotics: da Vinci XI
• Hospital:St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care medical center that is part of PeaceHealth, a non-profit mission driven healthcare system.

We offer you:

• A competitive wage range of $53.98 - $80.10. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, RN work experience, and terms of the WSNA collective bargaining agreement
• Additional compensation for BSN, MSN, and specialty nursing certification
• 15% differential in lieu of benefits
• A professional Nurse Advancement program with pay incentives

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Job Summary

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.

Essential Functions

• 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
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Required: a minimum of 1 year of OR Nursing experience
• Required: WA State Registered Nurse License
• Required: Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support Certification

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.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.