Staff Nurse - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus - 9747

Staff Nurse

Location: Skagit Valley Hospital

Position Type: Full Time 0.6 FTE or More FTE: 0.900000 Base Wage $43.64 to $79.57

Job Summary

The RN is responsible and accountable for providing bedside care, during an assigned shift, utilizing the nursing process for all patients assigned. Emphasis is upon multiple disciplinary collaboration, prioritization and clinical judgment based upon current approved scientific knowledge. Cares for patients of all ages.

Essential Functions

• Utilizes O2 pulse oximetry for therapeutic outcomes.
• Performs skin integrity assessment utilizing appropriate tools.
• Monitors vital signs normal in pediatric patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Conducts mobility assessments.
• Uses the fall precaution program.
• Matches activity to tolerance levels.
• Institutes post-surgery mobility programs.
• Utilizes principles of growth and development when delivering care.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work with appropriate health disciplines toward achievement of patient goals.
• Performs wound management: Communicates and follows through on the treatment plan.
• Identifies and responds appropriately in all code situations.
• Assembles and monitors chest tube drainage systems.
• Collects specimens correctly.
• Administers blood products.
• Appropriately inserts NG tubes; Monitors feeding tubes; and Monitors TPN infusions.
• Performs a complete physical assessment by system: cardio-vascular, gastrointestinal, GU/GYN, musculoskeletal, neurological, respiratory.
• Uses Cardiac Rehab Phase I care interventions.
• Demonstrates awareness of own Nurse Practice Act & SVH Structure Standards.
• Conducts Epidural validation.
• Processes paperwork for patients including admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of wound drainage devices.
• Teaches patients in identified areas of need and evaluates the learning process and effectiveness.
• Accurately charts patients progress in Meditech system.
• Starts, monitors and maintains peripheral IV sites and administers IV fluids.
• Fulfills contact hour requirements specific to pediatrics and cardiovascular related care.
• Maintains current knowledge of drug dosage variations necessary for pediatric patients.
• Administers medications safely and documents accurately.
• Provides care in the most cost-effective manner and maintains an awareness of costs to patient and SVH.
• Completes work and leaves the nursing unit only when proper coverage is in attendance.
• Coordinates patient care with the appropriate referral.
• Complies with all Skagit Regional Health, department and location specific policies and procedures.

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience/Training

One (1) year of nursing experience in direct patient care in an acute hospital setting, preferred. Experience may be substituted by completion of the SRH Nurse Residency Program. Experience in Med/Surg or Oncology patient care preferred.

License/Certifications

Current RN license to practice in the State of Washington. Current AHA (American Heart Association) BLS required.

Other Skills

Must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate delegation skills, and develop good interpersonal relationships with patients, staff, physicians and visitors.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus.

Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.