Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care Unit

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care Unit

Location: Coos Bay, Oregon

Shift Type: Varied

Shift Notes:

• Day or Night Shifts // 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week // 80-hours per two-week pay period
• Hourly Pay Rate: $45.00 - $70.00/hour (based on experience)

Job Overview:

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care within the scope of practice defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, ensuring effective communication with patients, their families, and the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. This position requires flexibility, critical thinking, and the ability to manage rapidly changing patient needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply the nursing process to assess and care for patients in the Intermediate Care Unit.
• Teach patients and their families about their health conditions and treatment plans.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in the electronic medical record system.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate overall patient care.
• Respond effectively to patient crises and emergency situations.
• Maintain punctual attendance and consistent performance at the assigned job location.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, able to converse and document effectively in English.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing patient care needs.
• Proficient in using computers, accessing the internet, and documenting in an electronic medical record system.
• Effective teaching skills to educate patients and their families about care plans and treatment.

Special Employee Benefits:

• Health and Wellness Clinic with Nurse Practitioner available to employees and their families.
• Employee on-site gym.
• Employee engagement activities.
• Child Care Benefits.
• Generous PTO.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Short-term and Long-term Disability.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• 4% match to 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Programs.

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Oregon.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required or must be obtained by the last day of the month after the 6-month grace period.

Experience:

• Recent (within the past 5 years) acute care hospital experience is preferred.
• Acute care hospital experience within the past 2 years or intermediate/progressive care experience is preferred.

Certification Requirements:

• BLS
• ACLS

State License Requirements:

• Oregon

This Registered Nurse (RN) - Intermediate Care Unit IMCU role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced nurses who are ready to contribute to the care of patients in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional development are available. Apply today to join a dedicated healthcare team!