RN or LPN Clinic - Dermatology

PeaceHealth is seeking an RN or LPN for a Dermatology Clinic position. This is a part-time role at 0.80 FTE, primarily during the day.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $46.27 – $69.41 per hour for RNs and $28.73 - $43.09 per hour for LPNs. The hiring rate depends on education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreements, seniority, and other factors. A hiring bonus may be available.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care needs, including triaging patient phone calls, counseling, providing education, taking histories, administering medications, changing dressings, cleaning wounds, and monitoring vital signs.
• Document patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
• Ensure professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of established policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Contribute to quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection prevention programs.
• Demonstrate competence in making professional judgments regarding patient care.
• Screen and prioritize patient inquiries (telephone or walk-in) concerning medical care, prescription refills, insurance authorizations, and referrals.
• Evaluate and respond appropriately to urgent or emergency situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• 1 year of experience as a registered nurse or clinical experience as an LPN (preferred).
• Current Registered Nurse or LPN license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support certification (upon hire).
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and a patient/family-centered work environment.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office applications.
• Effective prioritization skills.
• Ability to provide health education to patients, staff, and the community.
• Knowledge of Medicare, JCAHO, DNV, and HCFA regulations pertaining to ambulatory care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet patient needs.

Working Conditions

• Lifting and patient handling up to 35 lbs. without assistive equipment/devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills for grasping and controlling medical equipment and performing precise procedures.
• Frequent pushing/pulling up to 45 lbs. of force (e.g., workstations on wheels, medical carts).
• Ability to perform hands-on CPR for at least 20 minutes using 100-125 lbs. of force (seldom or occasional frequency).
• Frequent movement, including sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, and kneeling.
• Occasional lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. and frequent lifting up to 5 lbs.
• Exposure to biohazards, body fluids, and airborne particles.
• Ability to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
• Vision and hearing within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Benefits

• 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 optional buy-up coverage.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits.
• Expanded EAP and mental health program.