RN Staff Nurse - Progressive Cardiac Care Unit Job at Legacy Health, Vancouver, WA

QU5vc3Z3RzgyY0ZLdm5hVitSQzFIampoRkE9PQ==
  • Legacy Health
  • Vancouver, WA

Job Description



The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center is Southwest Washington’s most modern hospital, offering the latest technology in a setting designed for comfort and care for the whole family. We feature innovations in joint replacement, robotic surgery, pelvic health for women, cancer care, intensive care for newborns, neurosurgery, medical care for children and more.

Patient population/specialty served: Adult cardiology; pacemaker placement, CHF, ACS, telemetry; med surg; DM, COPD, Asthma, ESRD, dialysis and addiction.

Primary patient population/diagnoses:

Acute coronary syndrome, chest pain, pre-and-post cardiac procedure patients (permanent pacers, ICD, coronary angiograms), congestive heart failure, patients in need of continuous cardiac monitoring, CAPD, general medical, stable trach, seizure monitoring, addiction related illness and psychiatric patients requiring acute medical intervention.

Responsibilities

Responsible for patient care within an assigned department/unit and participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of the clinical manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse. The RN Staff Nurse assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for Legacy Health System including those for patient assessment and transfer.

Qualifications

Education:

As required by licensure. BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred. BSN may be required for specific assignments; experienced RNs without a BSN may be hired based on clinical experience with approval of the site CNO.

Experience:

One-year registered nursing experience or completion of either the Legacy Health RN Residency program or a nursing program that is equivalent in content, curriculum and duration. Additional clinical experience requirements may vary dependent upon the specific department in which the position is utilized.

Knowledge/Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community.
  • Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION:

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal opportunity emoployer/vets/disabled.

PI20bc223527df-30492-36298188

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time,

Similar Jobs

Property Management Advisors

Assistant Property Manager Job at Property Management Advisors

 ...Summary Our next Assistant Property Manager is responsible for assisting the Property Manager with the overall operations of a portfolio of commercial shopping centers based out of our Phoenix, AZ office. Not only are strong organization and communications skills key... 

Focus Surgical

Sales Associate Job at Focus Surgical

 ...Representative Focus Surgical Inc., a Northern California leadingdistributor of medical devices is seeking an energetic, highly dedicated and motivated self-starter to join its Sales Team as a Surgical Sales Associate in the East Bay area. Responsibilities... 

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

Facilities Technician Job at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

 ...vendors daily to ensure actions are in line with expectations. This position is a hands-on position addressing tasks such as caulking, painting, minor plumbing repairs, replacing ceiling tiles, replacing light bulbs, repairing doors, and picking up trash and limbs off the... 

Bon Secours Mercy Health

Director, Mission Job at Bon Secours Mercy Health

 ...The Director of Mission, under the direction of the Market Executive of Mission, provides...  ...Catholic identity through Bon Secours Mercy Health Missions four key strategic pillars:...  ...support patient experience and associate well-being. Promotes use of rituals to help... 

Eastgate Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

INTERNET CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP REP Job at Eastgate Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

 ...Customer Service / Business Development Representative. Responsibilities* Handle incoming phone calls* Handle leads and appointment setting* Conduct internal CSI calls and emails* Work directly with managers on deals that involve internet customers* Set...