RN Inpatient New Grad - Neurology

PeaceHealth • Vancouver, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth Southwest is hiring new graduate Registered Nurses for its Neurology department at Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, Washington, to participate in a 12-month Nurse Residency Program. The transition-to-practice program uses an interactive, evidence-based curriculum to build clinical skills, leadership, and confidence in the professional nurse role, in alignment with PeaceHealth’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The position provides professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards and promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to patients, families, and the care delivery team.

The posting describes the role as full-time, 0.90 FTE, and day position, while also describing it as a night-shift position. The nurse must be able to work at least 36 hours per week, work variable shifts and shift lengths, and rotate according to union standards. Start dates vary based on factors including NCLEX, licensing, relocation, and department needs. The position is union-represented, and multiple openings may be available.

Requirements

• Recent RN graduate (within 12 months), or RN licensed for less than 12 months with less than 6 months of acute care experience.
• Active Washington RN license by date of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by date of hire.
• Able to participate in all program activities throughout the 12-month residency period.
• Able to work a minimum of 36 hours per week, variable shifts and shift lengths, and rotate per union standards.
• Accredited School of Nursing education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and a patient- and family-centered work environment.
• Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to meet the position’s physical and environmental working conditions, including patient handling and mobility requirements, exposure to biohazards, and completing tasks in a noisy environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred).
• Additional qualifications in BSN, MSN, DPN, or advanced certifications may qualify for additional pay.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care needs.
• Document patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
• Direct and delegate care to other team members in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence.
• Maintain professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
• Participate in the development of and maintain established hospital policies, procedures, and objectives, as well as quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection prevention programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Recruitment incentives for eligible candidates.
• Competitive wages per the WSNA Union Contract.
• Additional pay for BSN, MSN, DPN, and advanced certifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits, including a 403(b) plan with employer base and matching contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buy-up coverage options.
• Tuition assistance and professional practice support.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits.
• Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level