Graduate Nurse - Long Term Care, FTE

Position: Graduate Nurse - Long Term Care, 0.9 FTE, Days
** Description*
* Peace Health is seeking a Graduate Nurse - Long Term Care for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position.

The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $27.68 - $41.52. 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.

** Job Summary*
* Responsible for administering patient care that meets nursing standards. All job duties are performed in a manner that demonstrates Peace Health's values of caring, respect and professional excellence toward patients, families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and volunteers.

** Essential Functions*
* + Provides patient care in a safe and timely manner. Works with the assigned RN/supervisor to receive assignments and resolve issues. Does not attempt to do procedures for which he/she is not qualified.

+ Develops and implements patient specific care plans and education as required by unit.

+ Addresses age-specific needs of individual patients.

+ Maintains multi-disciplinary communication to provide high-quality patient care.

+ Develops plan with unit manager to complete all competency requirements. Ensures own professional effectiveness through continued education and professional development.

+ Documents patient care, interventions and responses/actions in the patient care plan with accuracy, timeliness and legibility to ensure continuity of care.

+ Assists in the transporting of patients, specimens, supplies and equipment and in the maintenance and stocking of supplies and equipment to assure optimal functioning of the department.

+ Department safety and maintenance is ensured in a manner consistent with the hospital and department policies and procedures.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

** Qualifications*
* ** Education*
* +

Required:

Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing through State Board of Nursing approved nursing program

** Credentials*
* +

Required:

Basic Life Support

+

Required:

Registered Nurse or temporary RN license in Alaska

** Skills*
* + Must have the ability to work efficiently and responsibly in an environment with multiple work demands and short time frames. (Required)

+ Commensurate with educational preparation demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs for nursing care. (Required)

+ Computer knowledgeable. (Required)

** Department / Location Specific Notes*
* ** Alaska:
Temporary permit will be invalid once results of the board examination are issued to the licensing board.*
* Unsuccessful completion of the board examination invalidates all position criteria including position and wage. If this occurs, the applicant may choose to apply for other positions qualified for.

** 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.

Peace Health 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 Peace Health is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Health-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-) .

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.

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