A Registered Nurse working in the Center for Women's Health (CWH) is a member of a multi-disciplinary team and has the primary responsibility for, and provides, direct and indirect professional nursing care for patients. This includes representing the practice both in person and on the telephone, other OHSU departments, and non-OHSU facilities. The Registered Nurse assesses patient and family needs, develops a plan of care, implements, and evaluates the care delivered. The Registered Nurse is expected to practice in accordance with professional standards, core values, and with a commitment to service excellence. The divisions that the CWH float nurse may work in include, but are not limited to, Generalist division, Urogynecology, Fertility, and the Midwifery division. Procedures completed include, but are not limited to, blood transfusions, IV infusions (medication or hydration), medication administration, in-person patient education, blood pressure checks, post-partum visits, post-operative wound assessment and care, voiding trial, foley catheter insertion, urogynecology procedures (UDS, Botox, Bulkamid, cystoscopy) and straight catheterization teaching.
Function/Duties of Position$52.11- $86.81 per hour, based on RN Degree and level of experience.
Able to lift 50 lbs independently. Complies with the safe patient mobilization policy when lifting or positioning dependent patients, including using mechanical lifts and coordinating the assistance of other personnel.
Department Specific Preferences (competencies, certifications, etc.):
BSN Nursing degree2-year current experience in OB/GYN3 years’ experience working in an Antenatal Testing Unit2 years’ experience in outpatient clinic Experience using EPIC2-year phone triage experience2-year phlebotomy experience 1-year moderate sedation experience1-year experience starting and maintaining IV’s for Hydration/Blood Transfusions/Medication InfusionsAbility to maintain a smooth operation of the entire practice, using problem-solving and decision-making combined with sound clinical judgments. Assists provider with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and treatments as needed in the clinic.Ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations. Understands the procedures for medical emergencies, as well as other disaster situations.Required Qualifications
BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date. Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire Internal ONA applicants: Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN preferred Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) BLS must not expire during orientation Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation Additional DetailsUsual Orientation Time:
New Grads: Not applicable Specialty Experience: 4 weeksExperience, but not in specialty area: 8 weeksResource : same as above All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.