RN Charge Nurse - Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital

Be part of something extraordinary as we expand into our brand-new, state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital. We're seeking a dedicated Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to help shape the future of rehabilitative care in our region. This exciting expansion positions PeaceHealth Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital as a regional center of excellence, delivering specialized, life-changing care to patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, strokes, and a broad range of orthopedic and cardiac conditions.

About the role

Join our team in a Part-Time (0.6 FTE) Charge RN role on the DAY shift. Enjoy a consistent schedule with 12-hour day shifts, allowing for greater flexibility and work-life balance.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Pay

Competitive pay range of $50.78 - $79.78 per hour with an additional $6.00/hour for designated Charge RN duties.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care by shift and department.
• Supervision and assessment of clinical practice.
• Direct and delegate to other team members.
• Coach 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.
• Articulate shift/team operational issues to management as appropriate.
• Appropriate stewardship of resources.
• Adapt decision-making style to the situation and level of authority for achieving an optimal outcome, including using collaborative decision making and effective communication skills.
• Identify and apply opportunities for clinical practice improvement and support them with staff.
• Ensure professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing (Required). BSN required within 36 months of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience in acute care required (3 years preferred).
• State of Oregon nursing license (Required).
• Basic Life Support (Required upon hire).

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership skills (Required).
• Facilitation skills (Preferred).
• 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).
• Consistently demonstrates Service Excellence behaviors with patients, families, and colleagues (Required).
• Able to support and interpret medical center’s philosophy, policies, and procedures (Required).
• Ability to balance information regarding patient needs, staff needs, and unit needs in decision making (Required).
• Demonstrated interest in staff development (Required).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills (Required).
• Strong organizational skills (Required).
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications (Required).

Department / Location Specific Notes

• Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend: BSN required within 36 months from the start date of the Charge Nurse role.
• Nurses may float to another nursing unit if they have completed the necessary CareConnect training, unit-specific competencies, and have been deemed competent by a leader of the unit (including, but not limited to the unit manager, assistant nurse manager, or clinical nurse educator).
• Emergency: ACLS upon hire and NIHSS within 6 months of hire or transfer.
• Short Stay Unit: 3 years RN experience required in an acute care hospital setting.

Working Conditions

• Lifting/Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (e.g., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands-on CPR for at least 20 minutes 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.
• 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.

Benefits

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including:

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403b retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits and expanded EAP and mental health program.