RN Resource Team - Emergency
US-OR-PORTLAND

Job ID: 26-47178
Type: Regular Full-Time
Multiple Locations - Portland Metro

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 as an Registered Nurse on our Resource Team.

Legacy Health is a locally owned, nonprofit health system driven by our mission to improve the health of those around us. We offer a unique blend of health services across the Portland/Vancouver metro area and mid-Willamette Valley — from wellness and urgent care to dedicated children’s services and advanced medical centers — to care for patients of all ages when and where they need us. With an eye toward a healthier community, our partnerships tackle vital issues such as housing and mental health. Legacy strives to help everyone live healthier and better lives, with the vision of being essential to the health of the region.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility is to be available and flexible to float to various sites across the Legacy Health System and provide patient care as needed.

• Functions as an integral part of the health care team, collaborating with and under the direction of a clinical manager or designee, in alignment with the Standards and Scope of Practice for Registered Nurses.

• The RN Resource Team is responsible for the assessment, analysis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, following Legacy Health’s established patient care standards, including protocols for patient assessment and safe transfer.

• This position is compensated at a flat rate, with additional differentials applied based on work conditions (e.g., shifts, weekends, holidays, etc.).

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:

• Three years registered nursing experience required.
• Additional clinical experience requirements may vary dependent upon the specific department in which the position is utilized:
  • Emergency: Three years Emergency department experience required. PALS and ACLS required. TNCC required within 6 months of hire.

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.