RN - 19514636

Yakima Memorial Hospital • Yakima, WA

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About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population in a community hospital. The role includes caring for general medical, cardiac, and potentially oncology patients. A significant portion of patients are Spanish-speaking, and many are underserved individuals receiving charity care. Nurses may be asked to float within their scope throughout the facility. The designated area has 34 beds; the hospital has 226 beds total.

The position uses 12-hour night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM, with a minimum weekend rotation of two shifts per month, subject to staffing needs. Weekend night shifts run from Friday to Saturday; Sunday is not considered part of the weekend night rotation. Any scrub color is acceptable.

Requirements

• At least one year of relevant experience.
• First-time travelers are welcome if they have at least two years of total experience, including one year in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU).
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications.
• Proficiency in tracheostomy care, chest tube management, TR band application, post-Cath Lab care, central line maintenance, and general nursing practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and measure cardiac rhythms.
• Ability to care for patients on BiPAP and high-flow oxygen and comfort caring for cardiac patients.
• Experience with titratable drips, such as diltiazem, amiodarone, heparin, digoxin, Bumex, and Lasix.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Epic EMR.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to general medical, cardiac, and potentially oncology patients.
• Care for cardiac patients, including patients before and after PCI, and manage post-catheterization care, including TR bands and stent placements.
• Read, interpret, and measure cardiac rhythms; care for patients receiving BiPAP and high-flow oxygen.
• Manage titratable medication drips, including diltiazem, amiodarone, heparin, digoxin, Bumex, and Lasix.
• Perform tracheostomy care, chest tube management, central line maintenance, and general nursing practices.
• Float within scope throughout the facility as needed.
• Work a minimum of two weekend shifts per month, subject to change based on staffing needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed