Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU

Healthcare, Management, Nursing
November 9, 2024
Internship

Job Description

Samaritan Health Services

*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 Progressive Care Unit provides direct care or influences care for acutely ill patients who are moderately stable with an elevated risk for instability. The PCU provides care through advanced knowledge and experience in a setting that provides advanced monitoring, assessments, and interventions. 

  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
    • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
    • GSR PCU 2S:
      • ACLS required within six (6) months of hire.
      • Cross train to ICU within 1 year; unless other arrangements are made with Management.
      • One (1) of the following required:
        • Six (6) months RN experience in Med/Surg, PCU, ICU or a related area.
        • Successful completion of an SHS PCU or Critical Care Internship.

      • PCU and basic EKG experience preferred.
      • Verification of high school diploma or equivalent required due to the College of American Pathologists (CAP) requirements for moderate complexity testing.


  • 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 towards 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

    • Rarely
      (1 – 10% of the time)

      Occasionally
      (11 – 33% of the time)

      Frequently
      (34 – 66% of the time)

      Continually
      (67 – 100% of the time)

      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)

      KNEEL (on knees)

      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

      CARRY 1-handed, 0 – 20 pounds


      CARRY 2-handed, 20 – 40 pounds

      SQUAT Repetitive


      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

      REACH – Upward


      PUSH (20-40 pounds force)

      PULL (20-40 pounds force)

      STAND

      WALK – LEVEL SURFACE


      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0″-36″) 0 – 20 Lbs 

      CARRY 2-handed, 0 – 20 pounds


      BEND FORWARD at waist

      ROTATE TRUNK Standing


      REACH – Forward

      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists


      FINGER DEXTERITY


      PINCH Fingers


      GRASP Hand/Fist

      PUSH (0-20 pounds force)


      PULL (0-20 pounds force)


       

      None specified


Source ⇲

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