RN - NICU

Description

Job Description

At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a NICU RN at Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, WA, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure that our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining us in the following role :

A .75 FTE Night Shift NICU RN position

Work five 12-hour shifts each two week pay period, 1830 - 0700

26-bed level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Dedicated pharmacist and respiratory therapist specializing in newborns

In-house neonatologists and advanced neonatal providers

A collaborative NICU team

We offer you :

A current wage range of $52.22 - $77.59

Additional compensation for BSN, MSN, DPN, and specialty nursing certification

Shift differentials up to $7 / hr

Hiring Bonus

Relocation Assistance

A Student Loan Repayment Program

Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives

Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following start date.

Position Details :

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.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school / college of nursing

1 year level III Neonatal Intensive Care RN experience

A Washington State RN Licensure or active multistate RN license

Basic Life Support (BLS)Certification for Healthcare Providers.

Neonatal Resuscitation program (NRP) Certification

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.

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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.