RN - Psychiatric Unit

PeaceHealth; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Meal & Break Nurse support

Medical, dental, vision benefits

PTO from day 1

Professional development support

BSN premium 4%

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Eugene, OR is seeking a part-time nurse for our 35-bed Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Unit to support patients toward healing and wellness. This 0.6 FTE day shift role offers competitive benefits and a structured team environment.

Responsibilities include delivering and documenting patient care, coordinating with the clinical team, and upholding quality and safety standards. Oregon RN license and BLS required; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license in good standing in Oregon required.
• Minimum 1 year experience with chronically mentally ill clients.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and evaluate individualized patient care.
• Accurately document care in the electronic health record.
• Coordinate and delegate care across the clinical team.
• Maintain clinical excellence through ongoing learning and development.
• Support quality, safety, infection prevention, and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to departmental goals, initiatives, and process improvements.

Skills

RN license

Chronically mentally ill experience

BLS certification

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Description

Make an impact where it matters most. Join our 35-bed Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Unit and help support patients on their journey toward healing, recovery, and wellness.

About this Opportunity:

• Part time, 0.6 FTE, DAY Shift position (8 hour shifts)
• The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $50.78 – $79.78

If you would like to work alongside a supportive and experienced healthcare team, we would love to connect with you!

Why Join Us?

• CMS 4-Star Rated healthcare organization
• Leapfrog "A" Safety Grade for patient safety excellence
• Competitive shift differentials and dedicated Meal & Break Nurse support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and PTO benefits
• PTO accumulation starts day 1 with no waiting period
• Strong professional practice and career development support
• A highly collaborative and supportive nursing team
• 4% additional pay for BSN-prepared nurses

What You Bring!

Education: Degree from an accredited School of Nursing Required (BSN preferred)

Experience: Minimum 1-year experience with chronically mentally ill clients required, or (for RN Fellows) currently oriented and can provide care independently within the department, required.

Demonstrated competence in area of expertise.

Credentials: State of Oregon nursing license and BLS required upon hire

In this role, you will:

• Deliver and evaluate individualized patient care.
• Accurately document care in the electronic health record.
• Coordinate and delegate care across the clinical team.
• Maintain clinical excellence through ongoing learning and development.
• Support quality, safety, infection prevention, and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to departmental goals, initiatives, and process improvements.

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)

• See community specific document for each Unit/Department required credentials (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)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Behavioral Health:

• Required: minimum 1-year experience with chronically mentally ill clients, or currently oriented and can provide care independently within the department, required. Demonstrated competence in area of expertise.

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: 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.

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

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