RN - Clinic (Orthopedics)

Ambulatory Care Nurse

ONA Wage Range: $57.63 to $82.02, dependent on experience

ELIGIBLE FOR CMH EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS: PRIORITY RECRUITMENT

The Ambulatory Care Nurse provides ambulatory care services by assessing, planning, directing, evaluating, and performing skills related to patient care in CMH clinics. Assists providers with and performs procedures appropriate for the clinic. Coordinates all services necessary for the care of assigned patients. Columbia Memorial Hospital Caregivers contribute to CMH success by providing remarkable customer service to our community.

Job Requirements Knowledge of/Skill/Ability to: A thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures; knowledge and skills in techniques of good patient care whether medical or surgical, including multiple monitoring techniques. Demonstrates proficient computer skills. Must be flexible as needs arise and possess willingness to acquire new skills and adapt to a changing environment. Must possess assessment skills for all age groups. Must be able to speak, understand, read and write English. Must be able to operate office machines, as well as medical-related equipment. Must be flexible as needs arise and possess a willingness to acquire new or perform different skills while adapting to a changing environment. This position is responsible for maintaining a warm welcoming, professional atmosphere while performing general office duties.

License/Certification Current unencumbered Oregon RN license Current Washington RN license Current AHA BLS certification

Education and/or Experience Minimum Education: Graduate of accredited School of Nursing. Minimum Experience: A thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedure, and skills and techniques. Ambulatory care experience in Orthopedics is preferred. Minimum of two years as a Registered Nurse.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance Normal or correct vision is required to monitor patient. Occasionally will work extended hours or variation of usual shift and will be dependent on patient requirements. Ability to lift and transfer patients is required, usually with the assistance of co-workers, but some occasional lifting without assistance. Normal to corrected hearing is necessary to distinguish differences in monitor alarms, heartbeats, and breathing. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment. Subject to physical and emotional stress of work environment. Must be willing and committed to safe management of potentially infectious diseases. Pushes/pulls loaded adult stretchers, beds, wheelchairs, crash carts and equipment carts. Tolerates bending, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling for 8 12 hours (shift dependent). Lifts or carries up to 50 lbs.