DescriptionAt PeaceHealth, it is our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. Does this resonate with you? Then take your career to the next level as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a full-time night shift position in the Cardiology unit at PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center.The cardiology unit is a great place to sharpen your skills for medical surgical nursing or advance within unit to progressive care, cardiac step down. You’ll have the opportunity to provide post procedure management for patients including angiogram, TAVR, watchman, mitral clip, ICD, and pericardial window, as well as learning how to prepare an open-heart surgery patient hours before the procedure!This is a 36 hour/week, night shift position, working three 12-hour shifts from 1830-0700.Situated in Vancouver, PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center and Medical Group offers extensive specialty care, serving an impressive annual patient base of over280,000 individuals in southwest Washington. As one of the largest employers in Clark County, PeaceHealth Southwest is a prominent healthcare institution with 450 licensed beds, providing a wide range of specialized medical services and programs to cater to the diverse healthcare needs of the region.What you bring:
Current Washington or Multistate license required by date of hire.
American Heart Association/American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers required by date of hire.
1 year of RN experience is required unless job is designated for the New Grad Residency Program.
What we offer:
The general salary range $50.21-$74.61,but the rate is dependent upon several factors, including terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. (https://cdn.wsna.org/assets/local-unit-assets/southwest-medical-center/PeaceHealth-Southwest-Contract-2021-2024.pdf)
Great shift differentials ($2.50/hour for evenings; $7/hour for nights).
Additional pay for BSN, MSN, DPN and advanced certifications.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, and Paid Time Off.
Tuition Assistance.
Student loan repayment.
PTO with no waiting period.
Professional Nurse Advancement Program (PNAP) with pay incentives.
Considering a move to the area? Why you’ll love Vancouver:
Relocation assistance.
No Washington State income tax.
Vancouver is a thriving, independent city with over 160,000 residents and is the largest suburb of Portland, Oregon.
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy quick access to the Pacific Ocean, Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and never-ending recreational activities of the Pacific Northwest. We are home to some of the world’s best mountain biking and wind-surfing locales.
Downtown Vancouver is only 9 miles from downtown Portland, 80 miles to the Pacific Ocean, and 160 miles to Seattle.
Stellar school districts.
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 heir 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.
Working ConditionsLifting
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.REQNUMBER: 101218
