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Form of workA clinical RN who demonstrates the professional role obligations of scientist, leader, practitioner and knowledge transfer. KPV 10 is a Med/Surg Neuroscience unit that provides care to adolescent through geriatric (16-100+).
Primary patient populations include:
- Neurosurgery: All aspects of pre & post-surgery for procedures such as craniotomies, spinal surgeries, transphenoidal surgeries, lumbar drain management and more.
- Neurology: All aspects of caring for those with encephalopathies, Guillian-Barre syndrome, auto-immune diseases, seizure disorders, neurological disorders of unknown etiology and more.
- Stroke: Comprehensive Stroke Center that cares for both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes along with all their complications.
Secondary patient populations include:
- Head & Neck Surgery/Oral Maxillofacial Surgery: All aspects of pre & post-surgery for procedures such as new tracheotomies, total laryngectomies, tissue transfers, jaw fractures, complex dental procedures and more.
This role is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the Oregon Nurses Association (ONA).
Hiring Bonus up to $12,000 DOE and Relocation Package Available. Must begin work by March 31, 2024 to qualify.
$49.16-$78.18 per hour, based on RN Degree and level of experience
This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:
- Comprehensive health care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
- $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
- Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
- Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time
- Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
- Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid)
- Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources
Minimum requirements for all Nurses:
- Associate degree in Nursing; Baccalaureate degree preferred
- Nursing degree awarded 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)
- For Associate degree candidates, BSN program must be started withing 3 years of hire and completed within 5 years
- Current unencumbered Oregon RN license by the start date
- Current BLS certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network branch of AHA by the start date
Department Specific Requirements:
- Review the Department Specific Requirements Addendum on the TTP Program webpage
- 1 year of current nursing experience in adult acute care, adult intermediate care, and/or emergency department observation
- BLS must not expire during orientation
Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Individualized Orientation tailored to applicant's needs:
Our learning program is unique. You will receive a fellowship program tailored to your development needs for this specialty; which could be for 4 weeks and up to six months.
Transition to hired shift may be delayed for a temporary reassignment due to individual development needs and skill mix of the employees on the unit or the hires shift at any given time.
Current OHSU employees: BSN preferred
*Bonus Disclaimer: current OHSU RNs, Adventist in Portland and Hillsboro Medical Center employees are not eligible
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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.
