RN Critical Access - Emergency Department

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN Critical Access - Emergency Department for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position. 

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $41.60 – $79.37. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

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

Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

Job Summary

Come work with us in paradise! We have a great opportunity for an RN, at our Critical Access hospital. Located on beautiful San Juan Island, Friday Harbor is truly a gem. We're looking for someone who has flexibility in their schedule, who can help us provide top notch care to residents and visitors, year round. 

The RN Critical Access is a team member who 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.

• May coordinate admissions, discharges and transfers; communicates and prioritizes, and provides for patient privacy, exercises discretion and assures confidentiality at all times.

• Works collaboratively and professionally with the physicians and leadership in the delivery of patient care and problem solving within the department.

• Assures continuous patient care including, but not limited to, overseeing the stocking of supplies, medications, and patient care items; staff breaks and lunches; timeliness of patient flow throughout the department and ancillary departments.

• May perform limited x-ray examinations, point of care testing and other procedures as determined and will apply, appropriate infection control and radiation safety.

• Participates in quality and process improvement initiatives through gathering of data, staff education and monitoring utilizing the tools recommend by the organization.

• Ensure professional effectiveness through education and professional development.

• Will be required to perform patient transport functions.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing

• Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Experience

• Required: Minimum of one year recent experience in an Emergency Department or Urgent Care Setting 
• Successfully completes the non-violent crisis intervention training in orientation and renews training as outlined in policy.
  
• Demonstrated competency to perform procedures as required.

Credentials

• Required: Registered Nurse in state of practice  
• Required: BLS, ACLS, WA Food Handlers card, at date of hire or transfer
• ENPC, TNCC, PALS required within 1 year 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 clinic’s philosophy, policies and procedures. (Required)

• Ability to balance information regarding patient needs, staff needs, and medical center needs in decision making (Required)

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. (Required)

• Strong organizational skills. (Required)

• Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications. (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.

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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.