RN - Surgical

At Peace Health, our vision is simple yet powerful; every person receives safe, compassionate care - every time, every touch. As a Registered Nurse n Medical Center in Longview, Washington, you'll be part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team dedicated to providing exceptional care.

Position:
Full‑time RN on the inpatient surgical unit (general and orthopedic surgery).

Schedule:

Three 12‑hour night shifts each week. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement and there may be more than one opening on this posting.

Provides professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach toward patients, families and all members of the care delivery team.

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care needs.
• Document patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
• Direct and delegate care to other team members in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence.
• Ensure own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
• Participate in the development of and maintain established hospital policies, procedures and objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection prevention program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required:
  
  Degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience; acute‑care nursing experience preferred.

Credentials

• Required:
  
  Washington State RN license.
• Required:
  
  Basic Life Support certification upon hire.

Skills

• Knowledge of age‑specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
• Ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and a patient/family centered work environment.
• Ability to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment.
• Fine motor skills to control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: frequently up to 45 lbs. force.
• Hands‑on CPR at least 20 mins using 100‑125 lbs. of force; frequency seldom or occasionally.
• Mobility: frequent sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling, and moving around the area.
• Non‑patient lifting up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

• Wage range: $52.15 – $77.39, dependent on education, training, experience and applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• Additional compensation for BSN, MSN and specialty nursing certification.
• Hiring bonus.
• Relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and expanded EAP and mental health program.

Peace Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. EEO/affirmative action employer, Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.