Surgical, RN Residency Program

***20,000 sign on bonus available with a 2-year commitment payable in 2 payments***

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. We also provide a host of other services including the Joint Replacement Institute, a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Endoscopy, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardiopulmonary Services, Therapy Services, and Oncology services through H.R. Hoover MD Cancer Center.

Where We Are:

McMinnville, Oregon is located amid the rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley, midway between Portland and the coast in Yamhill County. In addition to the natural beauty and historic charm, McMinnville is a city where you can experience award-winning restaurants, a world-class aviation museum, unique art galleries, beautiful public parks, and fun-filled community events. We invite you to explore our community through these local sites.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more…

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse utilizes the knowledge bases of nursing education and experience in order to deliver nursing care using the nursing process according to the hospitals policies, procedures, and protocols. The RN responds to life-threatening situations with appropriate nursing interventions. The RN organizes patient care delivery by prioritizing, delegating, delivering and evaluating on an ongoing basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• New graduate RN with less than one year of experience.

• Obtain licensure in the state of Oregon within 3 months of hire.

• Must have Oregon state RN licensure before beginning the program.

• Obtain BLS certification on hire and maintain as current.

Essential Job Functions:

• Follows and completes all assignments as given by the charge nurse.
• Assists in and assesses Operating Room readiness, table positioning, supplies and supply availability and equipment readiness for a variety of procedures.
• Develops the patient s plan of care and monitors treatment in the operative environment. This includes practice of aseptic technique and maintenance of sterile fields as well as correction of breaks in technique for any of the team members.
• Manages patient safety by implementing operative policy and procedures including patient identification, site verification, positioning and counting of sponges, instruments and sharps. Takes action to correct deficiencies.
• Holds self, physicians and other team members accountable for safe patient practices and environment.
• Documents accurately and appropriately, following regulatory and hospital requirements.
• Participates in the responsible management of health care resources.
• Assumes responsibility for clinical competency and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Strong computer skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
• Ability to work varied shifts

WVMC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special need or seek accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact us at (503) 472-6131.