Job Description

Description

At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a Nurse at Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, WA, you'll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care.



If this resonates with you, consider joining our Gastro Endo Lab team in the following role:

A per diem Endoscopy RN position

Variable day shifts, primarily 10-hour shifts

We offer you:




A wage range that is currently $52.22 - $77.59, hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, experience, and terms of the WSNA collective bargaining agreement. A 15% per diem differential in lieu of benefits Additional compensation for BSN, MSN, DPN, and specialty nursing certification A Professional Nurse Advancement Program with additional pay incentives Eligibility to participate in Retirement program. A mission driven healthcare system

Job Summary


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. 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


Education

Accredited School of Nursing Required BSN and Specialty certification Preferred

Experience

Minimum two years Endoscopy nursing experience required or completion of endoscopy fellowship. Endoscopy nursing experience and/or Critical care experience preferred.

Credentials

Required: WA State Registered Nurse License Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support Certification Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 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.

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


PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.


See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.


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.