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Samaritan Health Services
Charge Nurse
Job Description
Charge Nurse Internal Only Facility Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Req # Req #: 78289 Location Corvallis, OR Schedule
- Shift .8 (64 hrs/pp)
- Day Department
GSR ICU-CCU
Remote Status Remote Status:
OnSite Salary Range Salary Range:
$56.60- $86.
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 Intensive Care Unit/Critical Care Unit support patients experiencing a variety of complex and high risk conditions and provides care through advanced knowledge and experience in a setting that provides intensive monitoring, assessments, and interventions.EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Current unencumbered Oregon RN Licensure required. Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.GSR ICU-CCU
ACLS and PALS required within 90 days of hire.TNCC/ATCN
required within six (6) months of hire. One (1) year experience in an acute care setting required. Previous ICU experience preferred, will train qualified RN with other Critical Care experience. 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 toWaist:
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 PULL (20-40 pounds force) WALK
- LEVEL
SURFACE LIFT
(Floor toWaist:
0- 36") 0
- 20 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 0
- 20 pounds
ROTATE TRUNK
StandingMANUAL DEXTERITY
Hands/wristsFINGER DEXTERITY PINCH
Fingers PULL (0-20 pounds force)STAND BEND FORWARD
at waist REACH- Forward GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PUSH (40-60 pounds force) PUSH (60 or more pounds force)
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A Charge Nurse supervises and supports a nursing staff, while also treating a limited number of patients. Evaluates other nurses and acts as an educational resource for nurses. Provides guidance on administering care to new patients or those with special needs and answers questions regarding protocol. Directs admission, discharge and general flow of patients.
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+7% projected growth