Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics
Legacy Health System
Portland, OR
Sign-On Bonus

RN Staff Nurse - Pediatrics Day Treatment

Overview The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity. Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel is a regional center for the care of infants, children and teens. We offer unrivaled pediatric expertise in a state-of-the-art facility designed exclusively for children. From routine care to the most complex cases, pediatricians and families trust us to provide the most advanced medical and surgical care for kids. Responsibilities Responsible for patient care within an assigned department/unit and participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of the clinical manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse. The RN Staff Nurse assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for Legacy Health System including those for patient assessment and transfer. Qualifications Education: As required by licensure. BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred. BSN may be required for specific assignments; experienced RNs without a BSN may be hired based on clinical experience with approval of the site CNO. Experience: One-year registered nursing experience or completion of either the Legacy Health RN Residency program or a nursing program that is equivalent in content, curriculum and duration. Additional clinical experience requirements may vary dependent upon the specific department in which the position is utilized. One year of hematology/oncology experience required. The Children's Day Treatment Center at Randall Children's Hospital provides highly skilled medical services for pediatric patients newborn through 21 years of age, regardless of economic/social status or ethnic origin. This department is open Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, exclusive of holidays. It is equipped and staffed to provide clinical support. Specific treatment modalities and clinical services provided by the Children's Day Treatment Center include but are not limited to: * Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration. * Lumbar Punctures with and without intrathecal medications. * Outpatient Chemotherapy Administration * Blood product infusions * IV hydration * Medication Infusions * Endocrine Testing e.g. GNRH, ACTH, AITT * Procedures on unit deemed appropriate by physician and scope of service e.g. circumcision patient less than 1 month of age. Knowledge/Skills: * Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community. * Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions. LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action. Equal opportunity emoployer/vets/disabled. Licensure * Current applicable state RN license required. * AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers required. * PALS certification required. Pay Range USD $50.57 - USD $75.55 /Hr.