RN - Psychiatric Unit

PeaceHealth; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal & Break Nurse support

PTO benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

4% BSN differential

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Oregon seeks a part-time 0.8 FTE RN for the Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Unit. The role focuses on delivering and evaluating individualized patient care, documenting in the EHR, and coordinating care with the clinical team.

Requirements include an active Oregon RN license and Basic Life Support. BSN preferred, with 1 year inpatient psychiatric or 2 years outpatient/ED experience. Competitive benefits and shift differentials are offered.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing Required (BSN preferred)
• Experience: 1 year inpatient psychiatric in last 5 years or 2 years outpatient behavioral health/psychiatry/community mental health or 2 years ED in last 5 years
• Credentials: State of Oregon nursing license; Basic Life Support 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 and process improvements.

Skills

Care coordination

Interpersonal skills

Documentation excellence

Computer skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

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

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:

• One-year Required: continuous inpatient psychiatric experience within last five years
• OR two years clinical experience in outpatient behavioral health/psychiatry/community based mental health setting
• OR two years clinical experience in emergency department within the last five years.
• Ability to deal effectively with agitated and potentially violent patients.

Credentials:

• Required: State of Oregon nursing license

• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support

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)

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.

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