Job Description

Within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, applies the nursing process to the care of patients.  Teaches patients and significant others.  Documents patient care in the medical record.  Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to effectively coordinate overall care of the patient.SKILLS AND ABILITIESFlexibility in accepting assignment to varied areas; friendly, helpful attitudeSelf-motivated, team player, positive attitudeAble to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language. Exhibits critical thinking and problem-solving skillsFlexible, able to prioritize and adapt to rapidly-changing patient and unit needs.Demonstrates effective teaching skills.Responds effectively to patient crisis/emergency situationsProficient in use of computer, including accessing internet, word processing, and documenting in an electronic medical record system.Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job locationPHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:Able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequentlyMay be required to lift up to 50 poundsMust use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluidsNeeds ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephoneRequires frequent use of personal computerMust demonstrate manual dexterityLooking for experienced RNs to work our Medical Care Unit to join the team at Bay Area Hospital in Coos Bay, Oregon. Bay Area Hospital isn't just a place to grow your career but an opportunity to live along Oregon's breathtaking South Coast. The area has much to offer from specialty restaurants, hiking, beaches and dunes.Special Employee Benefits:Health and Wellness Clinic with Nurse Practitioner available to provide care to employee and their familyEmployee on-site gymEmployee engagement activitiesChild Care BenefitsGenerous PTOTuition AssistanceShort term and long term disabilityMedical, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefitsLife insurance4% match to 401 plan.Employee Assistance ProgramsSUBMISSION REQUIREMENTSBy submitting your applicant to this need you are acknowledging that you have checked and have no inclination that your candidate has applied directly to this position. Any candidate that has applied directly is not eligible to be onboarded through and agency.EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREESLicensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of OregonAmerican Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)-Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) class or organization approved workplace violence training or obtain within 6 months of hire which must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6 month grace periodAmerican Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) at the time of hire or within 6 months of hireAmerican Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course card at the time of hire or within 6 months of hireUltrasound guided IV insertion competency within 6 months of hireEXPERIENCERecent (within past 5 years) acute care hospital experience preferredCritical Care/Emergency Department experience preferredCERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTSBLSBLS (AHA)STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTSOregon

Skills Required

• Communication Skills