PeaceHealth is seeking a RN - OB GYN for a Full Time 0.90 FTE Night position.
The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $44.27 - $71.09. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.
Job Summary
Ketchikan, Alaska is truly the beginning of the last frontier. Set at the southernmost entrance to Alaskas famed Inside Passage-a network of waterways that snake through some of the most jaw-droppingly beautiful wilderness in the world-Ketchikan is best known for abundant salmon, idyllic scenery, rich hunting grounds, and an incredibly rich Alaska Native culture.
Ketchikan Medical Center is not your ordinary Critical Access Hospital. In 1923, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace opened the Little Flower Hospital, the first hospital in Ketchikan. A century later, that hospital has become PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center, a vital institution dedicated to delivering top-quality care. The center is unwavering in promoting health and well-being, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and staffed by a team of compassionate healthcare professionals.
Provides professional nursing direct patient care in compliance with professional practice and unit standards. Promotes a collaborative interdisciplinary approach towards patients, families, and all members of the care delivery team.
Essential Functions
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care needs. Documents patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards. Directs and delegates care to other team members in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence. Ensures own professional effectiveness through education and professional development. Participates in the development of and maintains established hospital policies, procedures, and objectives, quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection prevention program. Performs other duties as assigned.
Nurse may be required to float between obstetrics and PACU as requested and maintain competencies for both units.
Qualifications
Education Required Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing Preferred Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Experience Minimum of 1 year clinical experience as a Staff Nurse or will orient to point of competency. Labor Delivery Post-Partum Newborn nursing experience preferred or will orient to point of competency.
Credentials Registered Nurse Required Upon Hire Basic Life Support Required ACLS at date of hire or within six months. NRP at date of hire or within 6 months. Preferred STABLE certification RNC-OBSkills Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patients needs. Required See community specific document for each Unit. Department required credentials Required Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient-family centered work environment. Required Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy, and procedures. Required Basic computer skills. Required
Working Conditions
Lifting: Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices. NIOSH. Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force, i.e., WOW medical carts. Perform hands-on CPR at least 20 minutes using 100-125 lbs. of force. National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA. Frequency should be seldom or occasionally. Ability to move around area with frequent sitting. Bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling frequently. Lifting non-patient up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.
Environmental Conditions
Exposure to biohazard body fluids and airborne particles. Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment. Mental/Visual Vision and hearing required within normal limits. Glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted. Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are:
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity, and Cultural Humility. For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer Vets Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.