RN Inpatient New Grad - Emergency Department

RN Inpatient New Grad - Emergency DepartmentLaunch your nursing career with excellence & compassion!PeaceHealth Southwest is accepting applications for Emergency Department New Graduate Nurse Residents at Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington. This full time, 0.9. FTE, Variable position is an exceptional opportunity for new graduate nurses to join a program designed to foster technical expertise, compassionate care and professional growth.Our 12-month transition-to-practice program offers interactive, evidence-based curriculum that builds clinical skills, leadership and confidence in the professional nurse role. The program reflects the Mission, Vision and Values of PeaceHealth ensuring excellence in patient outcomes and community care.What we offer:Relocation assistance for eligible candidatesCompetitive wages per the WSNA Union ContractAdditional pay for BSN, MSN, DPN and advanced certificationsComprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO (no waiting period)Tuition Assistance & professional practice supportWhat you bring:Recent RN graduate (within 12 month) or a RN licensed less than 12 months with less than 6 months of Acute Care experienceActive Washington RN license by date of hireAmerican Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by date of hire.Able to participate in all program activities throughout the 12-month residency periodAbility to work a minimum of 36 hours/week, variable shifts and shift lengths and rotate per union standardsAdditional details:Start dates are determined by several factors including: NCLEX (one retest attempt allowed), Licensing, relocation and department needs.Apply separately for each PeaceHealth location of interestPosition is union-represented, multiple openings availableThe salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $56.92 – $86.09. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.Job SummaryProvides professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families and all members of the care delivery team.Essential FunctionsAssess, 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.Care of patient requiring reversal of anticoagulants, administration and monitoring of tPA seizure management and emergent EVD. Management of blood pressure abnormalities with parenteral vasoactive agents.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducationAccredited School of Nursing RequiredBachelor's Degree Preferred: Bachelor of Science in NursingExperienceMinimum one year preferred: experience in Emergency nursing or graduate of the Southwest Washington Medical Center's Emergency Department Internship/fellowship program (or equivalent education and/or experience); may require pediatric experience. Some postings may be for an internship position and the following criteria will apply to those postings: Experienced or new grad RNS. If new grad, the RN will also be required to participate in the Nurse Residency Program.Acute care nursing experience is preferred.CredentialsRequired: Registered Nurse andRequired: Upon Hire Basic Life SupportSkillsDemonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs (Required)See community specific document for each Unit/Department required credentials (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)Department / Location Specific NotesEmergency Services - Emergency Departments:Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 6 months.Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 6 months.Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) required within 12 months.National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS) required within 6 months.Working ConditionsLiftingPatient 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 ConditionsExposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.Mental/VisualVision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.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.For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.