What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN, ER/MedSurg - FT Nights position at Lake Health District?
Description
Registered Nurse, Full-time, 36-40 hrs./week, 12-hour shifts, Rotating schedule, 1800 - 0600, working both in the Emergency Room and MedSurg. Call required per ONA Contract
Non-Exempt, Hourly, Union
Benefited position
Position Summary:
A registered professional nurse who is responsible for utilization of the nursing process which consists of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for a patient or group of patients and is responsible for the provision of clinical leadership for other staff.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Current RN license from the Oregon State Board of Nursing required. Current BLS required. ACLS, NRP, ENPC and TNCC certification as soon as available after hire. Acute and Post Partum unit check off required after hire. PALS certification encouraged.
Experience:
At least one (1) year of acute clinical experience preferred. Demonstrates excellence in emergency nursing skills and patient care.
Job Knowledge:
Responsible to understand and capable of implementing duties with the scope of rules and regulations of the Oregon State Board of Nursing and the Nurse Practice Act.
Skills:
Provide leadership within complex and rapidly changing clinical environment. Function calmly and effectively in emergent situations peak work times. Demonstrate positive and compassionate attitude toward patients and their families. Prioritize patient care and unit needs appropriately. Functions as a positive team member with other hospital staff and physicians. Recognize and differentiate normal and abnormal patient assessments and conditions. Provide effective education for patients, nursing staff members and students. Maintain patient confidentially. Maintain open and effective communication with co-workers, physicians and management staff.
Summary
Employment Requirements:
To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
Successful completion of 500-hour probationary period.
Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.
Disclaimer:
If claiming veteran's preference, you must submit a DD214, Certificate of Release from Active Duty, which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions. If currently on active-duty you must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active-duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted. Veteran's preference must be verified prior to appointment. Without this documentation, you will not receive veteran's preference and your application will be evaluated based on the material(s) submitted.
If claiming 10-point veteran's preference you must provide the DD214 or certification requirements (see above bullet), plus the proof of entitlement of this. Failure to submit these documents could result in the determination that there is insufficient documentation to support your claim for 10-point preference.
Lake Health District is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.
Salary : $40 - $64
