Charge Nurse

Facility: Samaritan Albany General Hospital Location: Albany, OR Schedule: Shift .9 (72 hrs/pp) - Day Department: AGH ICU-CCU Remote Status: OnSite Salary Range: $56.60 - $86.93 *Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees. Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required. JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for utilizing the nursing process to provide safe, age-appropriate, direct and indirect patient care, while practicing within the scope of practice of the Oregon State Board of Nursing. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION The Intensive Care Unit/Critical Care Unit supports patients experiencing a variety of complex and high‑risk conditions and provides care through advanced knowledge and experience in a setting that provides intensive monitoring, assessment, and intervention. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire. ACLS and PALS required within 90 days of hire. TNCC/ATCN required within six (6) months of hire. Previous ICU experience preferred. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non‑judgmental attitude toward persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high‑risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast‑paced environments and under pressure. Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Estimated time spent on each activity: Rarely (1-10% of the time) Occasionally (11-33% of the time) Frequently (34-66% of the time) Continually (67-100% of the time) Specific demands: Climb stairs Lift (Floor to Waist, 0-36") 40-60 Lbs Lift (Waist to Eye, up to 54") 20-40 Lbs Squat (static, hold >30 sec) Sit Lift (Floor to Waist, 0-36") 20-40 Lbs Lift (Knee to chest, 24‑54") 0‑20 Lbs Lift (Waist to Eye, up to 54") 0‑20 Lbs Lift (Overhead, 54" and above) 0‑20 Lbs Squat Repetitive Reach Upward Walk Level surface Lift (Floor to Waist, 0‑36") 0‑20 Lbs #J-18808-Ljbffr