Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Samaritan Health Services

Albany, OR Posted 12/6/2024 Full Time
  • *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 Medical Surgical unit specializes in the care of acutely ill adults and of those who require surgery both emergent and elective. Medical Surgical patients are given the highest standards of professional care by registered nurses and nurse assistants. Specialty certification in Medical Surgical Nursing is strongly encouraged and supported.
    • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
      • Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
      • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
    • 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)

        LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

        LIFT(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 – 40 Lbs

        SQUATStatic (hold >30 sec)

        KNEEL(on knees)

        ROTATE TRUNKSitting

        SIT

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

        LIFT(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

        LIFT(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

        LIFT(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

        LIFT(Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 - 60 Lbs

        LIFT(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

        LIFT(Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

        CARRY1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

        CARRY2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

        CARRY2-handed, 40 - 60 pounds

        SQUATRepetitive

        REACH- Upward

        PUSH(20-40 pounds force)

        PULL(20-40 pounds force)

        STAND

        WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

        CARRY2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

        BEND FORWARDat waist

        ROTATE TRUNKStanding

        REACH -Forward

        MANUAL DEXTERITYHands/wrists

        FINGER DEXTERITY

        PINCHFingers

        GRASPHand/Fist

        PUSH(0-20 pounds force)

        PULL(0-20 pounds force)

        None specified

    JOB LOCATION:
    Albany, OR 97321
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