Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU

JOB SUMMARY
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PURPOSE T
he Registered Nurse (RN) is 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 T
he Progressive Care Unit provides direct care or influences care for acutely ill patients who are moderately stable with an elevated risk for instability. The
PCU
provides care through advanced knowledge and experience in a setting that provides advanced monitoring, assessments, and interventions.
EXPERIENCE
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EDUCATION
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QUALIFICATIONS C
urrent unencumbered Oregon
RN
license required. Healthcare Provider Level
BLS
required upon hire.
GSR PCU
2S:
ACLS
required within 90 days of hire. Cross train to
ICU
within 1 year; unless other arrangements are made with Management. One (1) of the following required: Six (6) months
RN
experience in Med/Surg,
PCU
,
ICU
or a related area. Successful completion of an
SHS PCU
or Critical Care Internship.
PCU
and basic
EKG
experience preferred. Verification of high school diploma or equivalent required due to the College of American Pathologists (
CAP
) requirements for moderate complexity testing.
KNOWLEDGE
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SKILLS
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ABILITIES S
ocial 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 R
arely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time)
CLIMB
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STAIRS LIFT
(Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT
(Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 – 40 Lbs
SQUAT S
tatic (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 R
epetitive
ROTATE TRUNK S
itting
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 S
tanding
MANUAL DEXTERITY H
ands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH F
ingers
PULL
(0-20 pounds force)
STAND BEND FORWARD
at waist
REACH
- Forward
GRASP H
and/Fist
PUSH
(0-20 pounds force)
PUSH
(20-40 pounds force)
PUSH
(40-60 pounds force)
PUSH
(60 or more pounds force)