RN Staff Nurse - Operating Room (Transition Position)

Legacy Health•Portland, OR

3h•$54 - $81•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our General Surgery Team as a Registered Nurse (RN) at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center! At Legacy Health, we’re not just a health care provider — we’re a community that values compassionate care, teamwork, and the expertise of our nurses. We’re looking for dedicated, skilled RNs who want to join our exceptional team at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, where you’ll have the opportunity to impact lives in a truly meaningful way. If you’re passionate about nursing and want to be part of a place where you’re respected, supported, and challenged, we want to hear from you! Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center is renowned for its cutting-edge care and specialty programs, including nationally recognized doctors in cancer care, neurology, and kidney transplantation, and world-class services in robotic surgery, rehabilitation, and weight-loss surgery. The hospital also offers Oregon’s only 24-hour urgent care center next to its emergency room. Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center has 16 operating rooms. Here, you’ll be part of a legacy of excellence in health care, delivering care to the community with compassion and dedication. As a vital member of our health care team, you’ll provide top-notch patient care within your assigned department or unit. Working closely with clinical managers and other healthcare professionals, you’ll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, always ensuring the highest standards of safety and compassion. This is your chance to take ownership of your patients’ care and make a lasting impact on their health and well-being. You’ll work collaboratively with physicians, specialists, and support staff to create comprehensive care plans and deliver the best outcomes.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program as required by licensure.
At least one year of nursing experience, or completion of the Legacy Health RN Residency program (or equivalent program).
Must be available to meet the 30-minute call time.
This opening for the Operating Room is designed for RN's with a minimum of one year of RN experience who have a strong desire to work in the OR.
Transition training into the OR setting will take at least 6-9 months and will include successful completion of the 16 day AORN periop 101 course, completed over the first 9 weeks.
Orientation includes class time and didactic learning along with precepted shifts in the ORs to apply learning in the practice setting.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to connect effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
Ability to navigate and utilize electronic health systems.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Nice To Haves

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) is strongly preferred. If you’re working towards your BSN, we encourage you to apply!
For certain roles, a BSN is required. We also consider RNs without a BSN based on clinical experience and with approval from the Chief Nursing Officer.

Responsibilities

Provide direct, compassionate patient care while adhering to Legacy Health’s high standards for patient assessment, care delivery, and transfer.
Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, holistic care for every patient.
Advocate for patients by offering education and emotional support, helping them navigate their health journeys.
Leverage cutting-edge electronic health systems to accurately document patient information and provide seamless care.