RN - ICU

Overview

Peace Health is seeking a RN - ICU for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $49.30 – $77.46. 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. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

There may be more than one opening on this posting.

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.

• 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.

• Accredited School of Nursing
  
  Required:
  
  Nursing
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred:
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing

• One year
  
  Required:
  
  adult critical care experience OR 400 hours in ICU as a nursing student within last 12 months OR successful completion of PHH ICU training program. Must function independently with more advanced treatments, procedures and equipment. Ability to diagnose and treat life-threatening arrhythmias.

• Required:
  
  Registered Nurse
• Required:
  
  Upon Hire Basic Life Support
• Required:
  
  BLS at date of hire; ACLS required according to Resuscitation Training Completion Requirements policy. NIHSS and TNCC required within 12 months of hire/transfer date. PALS required within 6 months of hire or transfer.

• Demonstrated 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)

• Lifting:
  Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment; frequent bending, stooping, squatting, reaching and kneeling.
• Push/Pull:
  Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (e.g., medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR as needed.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.

• Environmental Conditions:
  
  Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. Ability to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Peace Health is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement plan employer base and matching contributions, paid time off, life and disability insurance with optional buy-up coverage, tuition and continuing education reimbursement, wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health programs.

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.