• RN - ICU

    PeaceHealth (Longview, WA)


    Description

    At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a 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 ICU team in the following role:

     

    + Full-Time .9 Night shift ICU RN

    + Work three 12-hour shifts each week, 6pm -6:30am

    + 16 bed Med-Surg Intensive Care Unit

     

    St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care facility that offers the intimacy of a community hospital paired with the resources of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in the PNW. Located just 45 minutes north of Portland, Oregon, the Longview-Kelso area offers a picturesque community of 60,000, blending natural beauty with a welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy nearby outdoor adventures – from hiking and mountain exploration to coastal retreats.

     

    The hourly wage range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $50.39 – $74.77. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, RN work experience, and terms of the WSNA collective bargaining agreement.

    We also offer you:

    + Additional compensation for BSN/MSN, DNP, and specialty nursing certification

    + Shift differentials up to $7/hr

    + Relocation Assistance

    + Hiring Bonus

    + A Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives

    + Generous tuition reimbursement and CE

    + Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following start date

     

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    Position Details:

    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.

     

    + 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

    + Required: Accredited School of Nursing

    + Required: Two years recent acute care experience or successful completion of ICU intern/cross-training program.

    + ICU experience preferred

    + Required: Registered Nurse - Washington State

    + Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for healthcare provider

    + Required within 6 months of hire: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

    + BSN and Specialty Nursing Certification Preferred.

    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)

     

    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.

     

    This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

     

    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 (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

     

    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.

    REQNUMBER: 116411