RN - Ortho Medical​/Break

Part Time, 0.8 FTE. Night Shift position (8 hour shifts). Salary range: $50.78 - $79.78.

Peace Health is seeking a RN for the Orthopedic Medical Unit to work as a Meal/Break nurse.

• 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.

• Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required.

• Minimum one year RN experience required in an acute care facility; for RN Residents, successful completion of a training course/orientation and standard competencies within six months of hire.

• State of Oregon nursing license required.
• Basic Life Support required upon hire.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply 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.

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push / Pull: frequently up to 45 lbs. force.
• CPR: perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 minutes using 100‑125 lbs. of force; frequency 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.

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

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

Peace Health offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and an expanded EAP and mental health program.

EEO:
Peace Health is an affirmative action employer and complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws for Vets, Disabled, and other protected classes.