RN - Cardiac Surgery Unit

Description Job Description At PeaceHealth, our vision is simple yet powerful: Every person receives safe, compassionate care—every time, every touch. As a Registered Nurse at Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend in Springfield, Oregon, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure that our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our nursing team in the following RN role: Role: Part-time Night shift RN in the Cardiac Surgery Unit Schedule: . 6 FTE working two 12-hour Night shifts each week Unit: 36-bed inpatient cardiac surgery unit providing care to pre and post cardiac surgery/procedure patients that is also a back up stroke unit.Hospital: Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend -350 bed acute care medical center with level II trauma center, STEMI Center and Stroke Center Live and Work in Springfield, Oregon: Springfield is a thriving community known for its friendly neighborhoods, abundant outdoor recreation, and strong commitment to health and wellness. Located adjacent to Eugene and home to scenic riverfront parks, miles of bicycle paths, and year-round recreational opportunities, Springfield offers the amenities of a larger metropolitan area while maintaining the charm and affordability of a close-knit community. Whether you're raising a family, pursuing outdoor adventures, or seeking work-life balance, Springfield is an ideal place to call home. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ We offer you: A current wage range of $50.78 – $79.78, rate of pay is dependent upon RN experience and terms of the Oregon Nurses Association union contract. Additional compensation for BSN (4%), MSN (5%) and Specialty Nursing Certification ($3.75)Great shift differentials & weekend differentialsProfessional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives Relocation Assistance /Hiring Incentives may be available Full benefits package effective the first of the month following start dateExcellent Tuition Assistance and CECollaborative team environment.A mission driven healthcare system ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Position Details: Provide care of post cardiac surgery patients. Nursing care of stroke patients with cardiac co-morbidity, 8-24 hours post tPA or thrombectomy or more frequent monitoring than can be provided on the floor. Care of patients post Carotid Artery Stenting, and coiling of non-ruptured aneurysms. Performance of NIHSS, nursing bedside swallow screen. 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. Perform stroke patient education utilizing health literacy education principles. Familiar with stroke guideline driven stroke discharge medicationsPerforms other duties as assigned. Qualifications Accredited School of Nursing Required Requires: 1-year RN experience in an acute care hospital. Cardiac nursing experience preferredRequired: Oregon Registered Nurse License Required: Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support CertificationRequired: ACLS and NIHSS certifications required within six months of hirePreferred: BSN 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)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. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting 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. 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