Job Description

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
  
  • Transition position provides guided orientation to help integrate and apply medical knowledge and sharpen technical skills for newly graduated Registered Nurses. Accountable for utilizing the nursing process to provide safe, age-appropriate, direct and indirect patient care, while practicing within the scope of practice of the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
  
  • The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET-CT, Ultrasound services, Cardiac Cath and Interventional Radiology.
• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
  
  • Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
  • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
  • GSR Cardiac Cath Lab:
    • ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
    • Graduate of an accredited nursing school program required (must be within the previous twelve (12) months of the SHS New Graduate RN Program start date).
• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
  
  • Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
  • Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
  • Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  
  • Rarely
    (1 - 10% of the time)
    Occasionally
    (11 - 33% of the time)
    Frequently
    (34 - 66% of the time)
    Continually
    (67 - 100% of the time)
    CLIMB - STAIRS
    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 Lbs
    SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
    KNEEL (on knees)
    SIT
    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
    LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
    CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
    CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
    SQUAT Repetitive
    ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
    REACH - Upward
    PULL (20-40 pounds force)
    WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
    CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
    ROTATE TRUNK Standing
    MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
    FINGER DEXTERITY
    PINCH Fingers
    PULL (0-20 pounds force)
    STAND
    BEND FORWARD at waist
    REACH - Forward
    GRASP Hand/Fist
    PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
    PUSH (20-40 pounds force)
    PUSH (40-60 pounds force)
    PUSH (60 or more pounds force)

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