RN - Outpatient Infusion

Job Description

Description

A million visitors a per year can't be wrong! Join us in the beautiful coastal town of Florence Oregon!

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN for our Outpatient Infusion Unit for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, position. 

This position is 8am - 6:30pm, with 1-2 weekend shifts per month. Saturdays are 8am - 4:30pm and Sundays are on call.

 The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $38.92 – $74.26. 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.

**Hiring Bonus and relocation for eligible candidates!**

Find out more about us here: https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5635

Florence is Oregon's coastal playground with its pinewood forests, rolling sand dunes, miles of beaches, charming boutiques, antique shops, and delicious seafood. Just an hour west of Eugene, this is the go-to getaway destination for locals seeking rest, relaxation and recreation.

Florence provides activities for everyone! From dune buggy tours in the sand dunes, horseback riding on the beach, taking in the sunset from the beach, whale watching, touring the Sea Lion caves or vising Oregon’s most picturesque lighthouse at Heceta Head, we have you covered.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Generous Relocation Assistance
• Great shift differentials
• Medical and Dental, Vision, Retirement, and Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• PTO with no waiting period
• Professional practice support
• Collaborative team environment

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

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.
• This position entails: infusion therapy and outpatient nursing treatments. 
• Works directly with community clinics and the Emergency Room to provide and coordinate care for outpatients requiring infusion i.e. bridging therapy, IV antibiotics, hydration and supportive chemo management. 
• Requires availability to work weekend
  

Qualifications

Education

• Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

Experience

• Minimum one year of RN experience in Home Health, IV Therapy, Clinic or MedSurg Nursing required.
• Preferred: Previous infusion experience as an RN
• Preferred: Central line, IV and PICC line care and knowledge

Credentials

• Required: Oregon state Nursing License
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support
• Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 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. (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.

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.