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RN, CHH Outpatient Care Unit, Part-Time, Night

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Posted:
February 5, 2021
Location:
Portland, Oregon
Salary:
Open
Type:
Part-time

CHH2 Outpatient Care Unit provides care for a variety of surgical observation patients who require monitoring after day surgery procedures for pain control, postop nausea and vomiting, surgical site monitoring or other indications. Patients on the OCU have met phase 1 recovery criteria in a post-anethesia care unit (PACU) setting and are anticipated to discharge within 24-48 hours of arrival on the unit. Common procedures include: thyroidectomy, parathyroidectomy, gynecology and urology procedures, mastectomy, breast reduction and reconstruction, GI procedures, laminectomy, sinus surgery, simple fracture repair, orthopedic hardware removal, 1-3 level spinal fusions, total knee and hip joint replacement, dialysis graft repair and placement, laparoscopic procedures such as appendectomy and cholecystectomy and hernia repairs, ophthalmic and cochlear procedures.

Department Specific Working Conditions: The hours of operation for CHH2 Outpatient Care Unit require a Monday morning opening and unit closure each Sunday by noon. Day shift RNs will be required to sign up for one 5 hour Sunday shift in addition to their FTE per month (can be on call). Night shift RNs are required to sign up for a Saturday night call shift once a month.


Working Conditions:

  • Ability to lift, bend, stoop, reach, carry, push, pull and walk throughout the work period. Able to lift 35 lbs independently. Complies with the safe patient mobilization policy when lifting or positioning dependent patients, including using mechanical lifts and coordinating the assistance of other personnel.
  • Must be able to use all senses: seeing, hearing, touching, smelling, and speaking. Reasonable accommodations include corrective lenses and/or hearing aids
  • The work environment carries risk of exposure to human tissue/fluids and radiation.
  • Must be able to deal with competing needs and priorities of internal and external customers, including making correct judgments regarding ensuring safe conditions for patients, families, and other personnel.
  • Use of all hospital approved clinical equipment. Significant use of computers, copiers, multi-line phones, and fax.
  • OHSU provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, by request to the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) department at aaeo@ohsu.edu.


  • External Applicants: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA)
  • Current OHSU employees: BSN preferred*
  • Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English
  • Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information and tools
  • Current unencumbered Oregon RN license.
  • Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or the Military Training Network
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Department Specific Requirements (competencies, equipment, certifications, etc.):

  • New Graduate Nurses : Currently not accepting new graduate nurses
  • Experienced Nurse: 2 years recent nursing experience on a med-surg floor with post-surgical patients

Department Specific Preferences (competencies, certifications, etc.):

  • Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification


Individualized Orientation:

  • New Graduate Nurses N/A
  • Experienced Nurses 2-4 weeks with experience in specialty, 3-6 weeks if experienced but not in specialty area
  • Resource - 2-4 weeks

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

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  • External Applicants: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA)
  • Current OHSU employees: BSN preferred*
  • Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English
  • Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information and tools
  • Current unencumbered Oregon RN license.
  • Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or the Military Training Network
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Department Specific Requirements (competencies, equipment, certifications, etc.):

  • New Graduate Nurses: Currently not accepting new graduate nurses
  • Experienced Nurse:2 years recent nursing experience on a med-surg floor with post-surgical patients

Internal Number: 2021-8027
About Oregon Health and Science University
As the state's only health and research university, OHSU brings together patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care providers and scientists and community service to improve the health and well-being of all Oregonians.The university is a conduit for learning for more than 2,800 students, providing training to interns, residents and fellows in postgraduate medical and research. It is the only place in Oregon that grants doctoral degrees in medicine, dentistry and nursing. OHSU cares for more than 251,000 patients each year from around the region and takes a leadership role in contributing to solutions involving the health of the state and the nation, such as health care access and transparency, ethics and workforce shortage. Beyond providing critical health care services, quality education and cutting-edge research, OHSU also is a key economic and social force in the Northwest. With an annual operating budget of $2.06 billion and more than 14,000 employees, OHSU is Portland?s largest employer. Its size contributes to its ability to provide... many services and community support activities not found anywhere else in Oregon. For more information visit http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/about/index.cfm
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