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PeaceHealth RN - Labor & Delivery (LDRP) in Ketchikan, Alaska
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a RN - Labor & Delivery (LDRP) for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Night position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $40.93 - $65.72. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.
Hiring Bonus and Relocation Assistance may be available!
CONTACT: Melissa Gumbert, Talent Acquisition Recruiter / mgumbert@peacehealth.org
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.
Details of the Position:
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.
What you Bring:
EDUCATION:
Graduate of an approved school of nursing required.
BSN preferred.
Specialty certification preferred.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
A minimum of 1-year clinical experience as a staff nurse or will orient to the point of competency.
Labor/Delivery/Post-Partum/Newborn nursing experience preferred or will orient to point of competency.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
State of Alaska RN License required at date of hire.
BLS required at date of hire.
ACLS required at date of hire or within 6 months.
NRP required at date of hire or within 6 months.
Electronic Fetal Monitoring Course required within 6 months.
STABLE certification preferred.
OTHER SKILLS:
Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment.
Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures.
Basic computer skills
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
For a full description of the position or for questions, contact Melissa, mgumbert@peacehealth.org.
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.
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 toInclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .
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.
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