JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSEThe 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 DESCRIPTIONThe 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/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONSCurrent unencumbered Oregon RN license required.Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.GSR PCU 2S:ACLS required within six (6) months 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/SKILLS/ABILITIESSocial 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 DEMANDSRarely (1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)Continually (67 - 100% of the time)CLIMB - STAIRSLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 - 40 LbsSQUAT Static (hold 30 sec)KNEEL (on knees)SITLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 poundsSQUAT RepetitiveROTATE TRUNK SittingREACH - UpwardPUSH (20-40 pounds force)PULL (20-40 pounds force)STANDWALK - LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsBEND FORWARD at waistROTATE TRUNK StandingREACH - ForwardMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wristsFINGER DEXTERITYPINCH FingersGRASP Hand/FistPUSH (0-20 pounds force)PULL (0-20 pounds force)None specified
