RN - Labor & Delivery

Description

At Peacehealth, it's our vision that every person receives safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. As a nurse at St. John Medical Center in Longview, Washington, you’ll be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. If this resonates with you, consider joining our Birth Center team in the following role: 

• Role: .9 FTE Night shift Labor & Delivery RN 
• Schedule: work three 12-hour night shifts each week, 1800-0630
• Unit: LDRP Birth Center Model
• Hospital: St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care medical center that offers the intimacy of a community hospital paired with the resources of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in the PNW

St. John Medical Center is a 177-bed acute care facility that offers the intimacy of a community hospital paired with the resources of PeaceHealth, a mission driven healthcare system in the PNW. Located just 45 minutes north of Portland, Oregon, the Longview-Kelso area offers a picturesque community of 60,000, blending natural beauty with a welcoming atmosphere.

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We offer you:

• A wage range of $52.15 – $77.39. The hiring rate is dependent upon RN work experience and terms of the WSNA union contract. 
• Additional compensation for BSN/MSN, DNP, and specialty nursing certification
• Relocation Assistance
• Hiring Bonus
• Shift differentials up to $7/hr
• A Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives
• Generous tuition reimbursement and CE
• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following start date
• A wonderful team and supportive leadership

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Job Summary

Provides 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 Functions

• Assess, 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Accredited School of Nursing Required, BSN preferred

Experience

• At least 1 year of RN experience in a Labor & Delivery nursing unit or completion of a Labor & Delivery training program. 
• If this position is posted as a training program, the following criteria will apply to those postings: Experienced RN (Fellowship)or new grad RN. If new grad, the RN will also be required to participate in the Nurse Residency Program.

Credentials

• Required: WA State Registered Nurse License
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support Certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Electronic Fetal Monitoring AWHONN (EFM) all required within 6 months of hire.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs (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)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient 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 Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

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.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

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.