RN Medical Diagnostic Unit

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

About The Position

The RN provides quality, patient- and family-centered care as a member of the health care team, in accordance with St. Charles Health System’s mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures. The RN applies professional nursing standards and focuses clinical care on enhancing the experience of patients, families, and others. Within the scope of RN licensure, the position oversees the work of other caregivers and provides specific care to assigned patients throughout the shift. The role includes bedside nursing across various units and departments providing specialized care during patients’ perioperative and perianesthesia experiences. The RN uses clinical judgment to assess patient conditions and needs, establish outcomes, implement and evaluate nursing care, and collaborate with other disciplines. The position also supports continuous improvement, a safe and healing care environment, professional and ethical conduct, and positive relationships with patients, families, caregivers, medical staff, and guests. Duties may vary by department, and additional duties of similar complexity may be assigned. Standby callback is performed as assigned.

Requirements

Current Oregon RN license.
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
At least 1 year of endoscopy experience in general gastroenterology within the past 5 years.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer applications, specifically electronic medical records systems and MS Office.
Ability to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Recent ICU, ER, or IMCU/PCU experience.
Department-specific acute care certification, such as CPAN, CGRN, CAPA, or CCRN.
ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

Apply nursing principles, practices, standards, and techniques in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and applicable Oregon laws and regulations.
Assess patients’ conditions and needs using critical thinking and clinical judgment; set outcomes; implement appropriate nursing actions; collaborate with other disciplines; and evaluate progress.
Calculate medication dosages and administer medications accurately according to organizational policies and procedures.
Document patient care in compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Support departmental and operating-unit goals through continuous quality improvement and participation in departmental activities.
Participate in activities that promote professional growth and development for self and others.
Communicate effectively in writing and orally and maintain professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff, patients, and guests.
Identify work-related problems, develop possible solutions, and implement solutions within scope of practice as appropriate.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, and values and champion continuous improvement and change.
Help create a healing environment and intentional relationships that support patients and caregivers and enhance the care experience.
Provide a therapeutic presence by responding to patient needs with care, introducing oneself and explaining one’s role, asking patients their preferred names and care goals, listening actively, and communicating appropriately.
Maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests; uphold professionalism and confidentiality; and comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Support corporate integrity by acting ethically, reporting known or suspected violations, and cooperating with organizational investigations and proceedings.
Deliver timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care that promotes goodwill.
Perform standby callback as assigned.
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.