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PeaceHealth

RN - Emergency Department

PeaceHealth, Bellingham, Washington, United States, 98226


**Description**

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN - Emergency Department for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Evening position.

SCHEDULE 1300-0100

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $40.09 - $76.12. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

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

**Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.**

**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.

Our Emergency and Trauma Center is a 48-bed Level II Trauma Center. Board-certified emergency physicians care for injured patients 24 hours a day. Anyone experiencing trauma, medical problems, emergent or non-urgent needs receives the best care possible.

**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**

+ Required: Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing

+ Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing

+ Preferred: Specialty certification

**Experience**

+ Required:

Minimum one year of recent Emergency experience or currently oriented and can provide care independently within the department required.

+ Must demonstrate independent management of cardiac, complex med/surg, pediatric, and multiple trauma patients.

+ Demonstrated competence in area of expertise.

**Credentials**

+ Required: Registered Nurse

+ Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support

+ Required: ACLS according to Resuscitation Training Completion Requirements policy.

+ ENPC and TNCC within 12 months of hire or transfer date.

**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)

+ See community specific document for each Unit/Department required credentials. (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.

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.

**PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.**

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