TEMP RN, Emergency Department (36 Hours, Nights)

Kaiser Permanente; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 83,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Hillsboro, OR is seeking a TEMP RN in the Emergency Department to assess, plan, direct, provide, and evaluate nursing care for patients in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires at least 9 months of RN experience, OR ED experience, and Oregon licensure with BLS/ACLS and ENPC or PALS within specified timeframes. This position offers night shift, full-time hours, and hospital-based care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Oregon RN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) within 6 months of hire OR Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire.
• NIH Stroke Scale certificate within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate multi-system assessments, including biophysical, psychosocial, and educational needs.
• Develop an individual nursing plan of care sensitive to the developmental needs of the patient.
• Initiate appropriate measures based on protocol for managing medical and/or surgical patients.
• Evaluate assessment methods, plan of care, and patients' response to treatment.
• Coordinate patient care activities and discharge planning with other departments and agencies.
• Document care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Classify acuity level of assigned patients and establish priorities for patient care.
• Accurately calculate and administer medications.Participate in unit quality assurance activities.
• Utilize a multidisciplinary approach when appropriate.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Medication administration

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree

Tools

EMR software

Job description

About This Role

The TEMP RN in the Emergency Department at Kaiser Permanente is responsible for assessing, planning, directing, providing, and evaluating nursing care for patients. This role is ideal for experienced RNs looking to work in a fast-paced environment.

Highlights

• Pay: $60 - $89/hour
• Location: Hillsboro, OR
• Facility: Westside Hospital
• Department/Unit: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Full Time, Night shift

What You’ll Do

• Perform accurate multi-system assessments, including biophysical, psychosocial, and educational needs.
• Develop an individual nursing plan of care sensitive to the developmental needs of the patient.
• Initiate appropriate measures based on protocol for managing medical and/or surgical patients.
• Evaluate assessment methods, plan of care, and patients' response to treatment.
• Coordinate patient care activities and discharge planning with other departments and agencies.
• Document care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Classify acuity level of assigned patients and establish priorities for patient care.
• Accurately calculate and administer medications.Participate in unit quality assurance activities.
• Utilize a multidisciplinary approach when appropriate.

Requirements

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Experience:

• Minimum nine (9) months of RN experience
• One (1) year of current ED experience or successful completion of the Kaiser Permanente New Grad Internship Program in the ED

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current RN License in Oregon
• Basic Life Support required at hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course within 6 months of hire OR Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire
• NIH Stroke Scale Certificate within 3 months of hire

About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They strive to offer a market competitive total rewards package and are dedicated to pay equity and transparency in their employment practices.