Registered Nurse

Job DetailsJob Location

• Klickitat
• Valley
• Health -
• Goldendale,
• WA 98620Position
• Type:
• Part
• Time 24 hours/wkSalary
• Range: $42.41 - $69.44
• HourlyJob
• Shift:
• Days 12 hr
• ShiftGeneral
• Summary: The Medical/Surgical (MS) RN provides direct and indirect nursing care in a medical-surgical setting as defined by the Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse {Nursing Practice Act (RCW 18.79.010-18.79.902)}. The RN is an important member of the healthcare team and works collaboratively with the other members of the care team to provide optimal outcomes for our patients in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable fashion. The RN demonstrates excellence in customer service during interactions with employees, managers/supervisors, providers, patients and patient family members, etc.
• The role of the
• RN includes, but is not limited to: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients’ status, plan of care and goal achievement. The RN will be oriented and float to other departments as necessary. The RN is aware of the potential exposure to internal and external hazardous materials, including but not limited to: blood and blood borne pathogens, infectious/communicable diseases and potential physical injury while caring for patients. Maintains a safe and clean environment for the care of the patient. QualificationsMinimum
• Education,
• Training &
• Experience (includes licenses or certifications):
• Education /
• Licensure: Must be an accredited nursing school graduate with an active/current RN license in Washington State. Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred. BLS and ACLS are required within six (6) months of hire. Basic computer knowledge is required.

Experience

• Six (6) months nursing experience preferred.
• Essential
• Functions /
• RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to): Supports the organization's mission, vision, and values. Demonstrates knowledge of the statutes and regulations governing nursing and nursing functions within the legal boundaries of the Registered Nurse Practice Act. Performs head-to-toe assessment on all patients, including pediatric, geriatric, and general patients. Initiates or contributes to the plan of care and discharge plan for all admitted patients, identifying priorities within the plan and setting realistic, measurable goals. Evaluates overall plan of care daily, monitors patient progress, and identifies any changes in status, able to revise plan of care as indicated by patient’s response to treatment to ensure patient comfort and safety. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Formulates a teaching plan for patients and families based upon identified learning needs. Adequately assesses and reassesses pain, utilizing appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Delivers and documents patient care as prescribed by the medical provider considering needs specific to the standard of care for patients age and within the scope of practice of the