RN Emergency Department

Full-time & Per Diem Onsite Gold Beach OR Brookings OR

Compensation Range: $44.89 $67.90/hour

• Compensation is based on experience with a range reflecting entry-level candidates through those with 15 years of experience. Eligible positions may also qualify for additional compensation through our Clinical Nursing Ladder Program and applicable shift weekend certification or other differentials.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Current Unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse Licensure is BSN Preferred.
• Current AHA BLS ACLS PALS (or ENPC) and NIHSS are required. TNCC (Emergency Nurse Association) or ATCN are required within 6 months; NRP Advanced (American Heart Association) and STABLE certifications are
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in an Acute Care setting is required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in Emergency Department setting is preferred.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Computer skills are required specifically using MS Office (Word Excel Outlook); prior use of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documenting in patient records is
• Excellent communication skills clinical judgment critical thinking and organizational
• A demonstrated ability to work well in high pressure situations is
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional

Additional Compensation Opportunities

• Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM7:00 AM): $3.50/hour Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday11:59 PM Sunday): $3.00/hour
• Non-Licensed Positions: NOC Shift (7:00 PM7:00 AM): $3.00/hour Weekend Shift (12:00 AM Saturday11:59 PM Sunday): $2.00/hour

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the House Supervisor or department director the ED RN provides direct and indirect patient care in the Emergency Department setting. Must respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or responses to treatment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform patient assessments considering needs specific to the standard of care for patients age. Uses appropriate screening tools effectively. Applies the ESI Triage Scale to determine patients acuity.

Demonstrates understanding of pathophysiology disease processes and treatment standards. Applies nursing diagnoses to identified needs.

Formulates a care plan based upon identified needs and facilitates interventions and referrals as appropriate.

Performs interventions in a competent manner applying evidence-based standards of care and protocols to guide actions. Knowledgeable regarding medications indications interactions and contraindications considering age of the patient and their clinical condition. Evaluates effectiveness of all interventions.

Formulates individualized teaching plans evaluating effectiveness of learning. Patient and family interactions are professional.

Familiar with Policies Procedures and Protocols. Care and Documentation meets current standards of practice and complies with all such guidelines.

Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Networks Mission Vision and Shared Values.

SHARED VALUES

Service: We serve with compassion and understanding.

Teamwork: We are one team each one of us makes a difference.

Curiosity: We promote learning.

Integrity: We live by honesty trust and doing the right thing by our organizational values.

What We Offer:

• Enhanced parental leave:12 weeks of Oregon Paid Leave (if applicable) followed by 6 additional weeks of CHN-paid parental leave
• 75% discount on CHN patient responsibility costsfor employees and eligible dependents
• Choice of two medical plans including an HSA with employer contributions of up to$1920 annually
• 403(b) with employer matchand457(b)retirement plans with Pre-Tax and Roth options
• 100% employer-paid medical flight membershipfor employees and household members
• Employer-paid life insurance equal to one years annual salaryfor eligible full-time and part-time employees
• Optionaldentaland vision insurance
• FSA and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Tuition assistance and certification achievement incentives
• Employee recognition programs and career growth opportunities

Join a team that invests in your health your family and your future.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

• Up to 1/3 of the time: taste or smell.
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: sit; stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
• Up 2/3 of the time and more: stand; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger handle or feel; push/pull; reach with hands and arms.

This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted as follows:

• Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 100 pounds
• From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: up to 10 pounds

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

• Close distance color peripheral depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

• Up to 1/3 of the time: work near moving mechanical parts; outdoor weather conditions; risk of radiation.
• The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise.
• Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment patient call and instructions.

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

• From 1 2 hours per day: grasping: firm/heavy.
• From 7 hours per day: repetitive use of hands; grasping: simple/light; fine dexterity.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization.

This is designated as a hard to fill position. Please refer to policy HR-A37