Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

4w1 month ago

Legacy Health

Vancouver, US · Full-time · $108,000 – $162,000

About this role

Legacy Health is seeking an RN Staff Nurse to join the Emergency Department at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, Southwest Washington's most modern hospital. Our nursing philosophy centers on patients and their families, with nurses serving as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers, and caregivers.

In this role, you will assess, analyze, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care following established patient care standards. You will work within a 32-bed Emergency Department that sees 75,000 annual visits, utilizing a unique triage intake process with a provider in triage to improve patient flow and satisfaction.

You will join a health care team that values your expertise and respects your contributions as the face of wellness at Legacy. The department is a Joint Commission accredited Primary Stroke Center, offering the latest technology in a setting designed for comfort and care for the whole family.

Legacy Health is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification listed.

Requirements

Current applicable state RN license required
AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required
One year registered nursing experience or completion of either the Legacy Health RN Residency program or a nursing program equivalent in content, curriculum, and duration
Emergency RN experience preferred
Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians, and the community
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions

Responsibilities

Assess, analyze, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care following established patient care standards for Legacy Health System
Participate as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of the clinical manager or designee
Serve as an advocate, communicator, problem-solver, and caregiver for patients and their families
Manage patient care within the Emergency Department, including triage and patient flow processes
Collaborate with the health care team to ensure patient assessment and transfer standards are met
Utilize keyboard skills and navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions

Benefits

Employee benefits available through Legacy Health (details at www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you)
Opportunity to work in a Joint Commission accredited Primary Stroke Center with advanced technology
Inclusive work environment committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination