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At Peacehealth, we believe every person deserves safe, compassionate care; every time, every touch. Are you a passionate acute care Pediatric RN, with a desire to learn additional specialties in Women and Children's services? Then consider joining us in a Pediatric Resource Team RN role at Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington.

In this role you'll work in our acute care Pediatrics unit, and be cross trained and float to Mom-Baby and NICU.

• Part-time and Full-time Pediatric Resource Team RN positions available

• .75 FTE & .9 FTEs available, 12-hour nights shifts

• 8-bed acute care Pediatrics unit

• 32 LDRP Family Birth Center

• 26 bed level III Neonatal ICU

Why Southwest Medical Center?

• Supportive Work Environment: in ourwomen and children services Float Pool you’ll work within a collaborative team of RNs, Techs, Providers and more, with a supportive leadership team. We offer ongoing education and growth opportunities, including generous CE and tuition assistance.

• Highly skilled Team : Baby Friendly Certified and one of the top 100 maternity hospitals in the US, we have highly experienced RNs, Board Certified Providers and specialized pharmacists and respiratory therapists.

• Mission Driven Healthcare System : Southwest Washington Medical Center is a 450-bed acute care medical center with level II trauma center, and is part of PeaceHealth, a non-profit mission driven healthcare system in the Pacific Northwest.

Why Vancouver, Washington ? Located just across the river from the Portland [Oregon] metropolitan area, Vancouver is a lively city with a beautiful and active waterfront. In Vancouver and its surrounding communities, you'll enjoy the big city life, the serene countryside, and our scenic views. With Mountains, Pacific Ocean Beaches, and the Columbia River Gorge, living in the Pacific Northwest offers endless outdoor recreation

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• A current wage range of $52.22 - $77.59

• Additional $3.50/hr Resource Team Pay

• Shift differentials up to $7/hr

• Additional compensation for BSN, MSN, DPN, and specialty nursing certification

• Hiring Bonus & Relocation Assistance

• A Student Loan Repayment Program

• Professional Nurse Advancement Program with pay incentives

• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following start date.

For additional information or questions, please email Lisa Wishard at Lwishard@peacehealth.org.

Position Details:

• 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.

Qualifications (Required)

• Minimum one year of pediatric experience in an acute care, pediatric emergency room, or pediatric long term acute care.

• WA State Registered Nurse License or MSL

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification.

• Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

• Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)required within 6 months of hire

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs (Required)

• Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment (Required)

• Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures (Required)

• Basic computer skills (Required)

Working Conditions

• 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.

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

• 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 to Inclusivity, 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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