What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Emergency Department position at PeaceHealth?
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Job Description
Peacehealth, its our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As an Emergency Nurse at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our Emergency team in the following role:
Position Details:
In this Emergency RN role you'll provide professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Will promote a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all members of the care delivery team.
Working Conditions
Lifting
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.
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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.
Job Description
Peacehealth, its our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As an Emergency Nurse at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our Emergency team in the following role:
- Per Diem Emergency RN
- Work variable 12-hour shifts
- 37 bed Emergency department
- 177-bed acute care medical center
- Level III trauma center
- Mission driven healthcare system
- A wage range of $52.15 – $77.39. The hiring rate is dependent RN work experience, education, and terms of the WSNA union contract.
- A 15% per diem differential and competitive shift differentials
- Additional compensation for BSN, MSN, DPN, and specialty nursing certification
- Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives
Position Details:
In this Emergency RN role you'll provide professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Will promote 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.
- May assist with Trauma case review in conjunction with the Trauma registrar and/or Trauma Coordinator
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Graduate of an accredited school/college of nursing
- Two years recent Emergency RN experience or completion of emergency nursing training program. Other related experience may be considered for part of the 2 years in emergency.
- Current Washington Registered Nurse licensure or current multistate RN license
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
- PALS or ENPC, and TNCC are required within one year of hire.
- Must demonstrate independent management of cardiac, complex med/surg, pediatric, and trauma patients.
- 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.
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
- 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
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.
Salary : $52 - $77