RN - ICU - Temporary Assignment

Description PeaceHealth is seeking a RN - ICU for a Temporary, 0.
90 FTE, Night position at Ketchikan Medical Center.
The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $38.
61 – $60.
79.
The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.
Monthly Stipend Flexible duration Great location 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.
Essential Functions 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 Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required at date of hire.
BSN preferred.
Specialty certification preferred.
Experience A minimum of 1-year clinical experience as a Staff Nurse or will orient to point of competency.
Credentials Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state in which nurse will be practicing required at date of hire.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
ACLS required at hire, or according to Resuscitation Training Completion Requirements policy (within 6 months).
PALS required at hire, or according to Resuscitation Training Completion Requirements policy (within 12 months).
Telemetry required within 90 days of hire.
12 Lead EKG Basics required within 12 months of hire.
Skills Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment.
Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures.
Basic computer skills.
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.
For a full description of the position or for questions, contact Melissa, mgumbert@peacehealth.
org.
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.
PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.
g.
, 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date.
PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons.
For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.