RN Charge Nurse - Labor & Delivery

Job Summary

Peace Health is seeking a RN Charge Nurse for our Labor & Delivery Unit s part‑time position (0.75 FTE, Night Shift) offers designated charge pay of $6/hr and a night shift differential of $9.50/hr the base salary range for this role is $49.30 – $77.46 per hour.

• Coordinate patient care by shift and department.
• Supervise and assess clinical practice, directing and delegating to team members.
• Coach staff for performance to achieve individual and organizational goals, including orientation, competencies and evaluations.
• Develop the departmental team and collaborative relationships to achieve expected outcomes.
• Serve as a clinical and resource expert for the department.
• Communicate shift and team operational issues to management as appropriate.
• Ensure appropriate stewardship of resources.
• Adapt decision‑making style to the situation and level of authority for optimal outcomes, using collaborative decision making and effective communication.
• Identify and apply opportunities for clinical practice improvement and support staff in these initiatives.
• Ensure professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education: Degree from an accredited School of Nursing. BSN required within 36 months of hire.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years RN experience required; 3 years preferred.
• Credentials: State of Oregon nursing license. Upon hire, Basic Life Support required;
  Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation Program, and Electronic Fetal Monitoring AWHONN required within 6 months.
• Skills: Demonstrated leadership skills; facilitation skills (preferred); knowledge of age‑specific principles of growth and development; ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family‑centered work environment;
  Service Excellence behaviors; support and interpret medical center philosophy, policies and procedures; balance patient, staff and unit needs in decision‑making; staff development interest; excellent communication and problem‑solving skills; strong organizational skills; proficient computer skills with MS Office.

• BSN must be obtained within 36 months from the start date of the Charge Nurse role.
• Nurses may work in another unit if they have completed Care Connect training, unit‑specific competencies, and are deemed competent by a unit leader.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Neonatal Resuscitation Program, and Electronic Fetal Monitoring AWHONN required within 6 months.

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment.
• Fine motor skills for precise procedures.
• Handle up to 45 lbs force when pushing/pulling; perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 mins using 100‑125 lbs of force (seldom or occasionally).
• Move around area frequently, with frequent sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling.
• Lifting non‑patient equipment up to 20 lbs occasionally and 5 lbs frequently.
• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Tasks performed in noisy environment.
• Normal vision and hearing required (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Communication and accurate information exchange required.

Peace Health offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical, dental and vision coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and expanded Employee Assistance Program and mental health support.

Peace Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Veterans and disabled persons are encouraged to apply in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.