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PeaceHealth RN - Pediatric Resource Team in Vancouver, Washington
Description
At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a RN at Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, WA, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure that our patients receive exceptional care.
If your an experienced pediatric RN with an interest in NICU and Mom-Baby, please consider joining us in the following position:
Part-time .75 FTE Night shift Pediatric Resource Team RN
Will work five 12-hour night shifts every two week pay period, 6:30pm - 7am.
Will provide care to our patients in our 8-bed acute carePediatrics unit, and cross-train and float to Mom-Baby and NICU.
We offer you:
A current wage range of $50.21 - $74.61
Additional $3.50/hr Resource Team Pay
Additional compensation for BSN, MSN, DPN, and specialty nursing certification
Hiring Bonus
Relocation Assistance
A Student Loan Repayment Program
Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives
Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following start date.
Southwest Washington Medical Center is a 450-bed acute care medical center with level II trauma center, that is part of PeaceHealth, a non-profit mission driven healthcare system. Located just across the river from the Portland [Oregon] metropolitan area, Vancouver is a lively city with a beautiful waterfront where you can enjoy big city life or the serene countryside, with an abundance of recreational and cultural activities.
Position Details:
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: Graduate of anAccredited School of Nursing Required
Minimum one year of pediatric experience in an acute care, pediatric emergency room, or pediatric long term acute care.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Required upon hire: WA State Registered Nurse License
Required upon hire: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification .
Required Upon Hire: Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) within 6 months of hire
NICU and/or mother/baby (postpartum) experience 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)
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.
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.
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