RN, Doernbecher Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Oregon Health & Science University

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.


RN, Doernbecher Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2024-30030
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Nursing-RN
Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)

Overview

$8,000 Hiring Bonus for candidates with at least (1) year acute care hospital registered nurse experience. Must begin work by June 30, 2025 to qualify.

Relocation assistance package available. Free parking at night!

$52.11- $86.81 per hour, based on RN Degree and level of experience.

The NICU at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR is a regional referral center for all critically ill neonates, offering access to pediatric surgeons and subspecialists. Here are some things that set us apart from other hospitals in the area that make this an exciting place to work:

• 46 bed, Level IV NICU, within a Level I, Academic Medical Trauma Center
• Magnet designated hospital
• Most comprehensive Fetal Care Program in Oregon and Southwest Washington, offering maternal and fetal care at one center, including intrauterine fetal surgery
• Specialized neonatal resuscitation program for high risk delivery attendance
• Pediatric and Neonatal Transport team
• NICU specific PICC and Lactation teams
• Pioneering research in areas including nutrition, patient safety, and ventilation strategies
• This is a night shift only position - no rotations between night and day shift

Here are some reasons to be excited about living in Portland:

• The Pacific Northwest is an outdoor enthusiast’s playground! There are extraordinary beaches to the West and the wild, scenic, and fun Columbia River Gorge to the East. National forests are everywhere. You can be skiing, beach combing or deep in a forest in 2 hours.
• Portland is a great walking and biking city, with plenty of public transportation, a beautiful airport with non-stop flights to loads of international destinations, a population that celebrates the arts, great food, artisan coffee and neighborhoods full of shops selling handmade clothes, crafts and furniture.
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Responsibilities

• New Graduates with immersion in NICU during education will be considered
• External applicants: Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing Degree 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)
• Internal applicants: Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS and NRP at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• BLS and NRP must not expire during orientation or probation period (upload documentation with online application)
• Applicants, without Neonatal ICU experience, may be considered for the position per management discretion.
• Annual/Biennial Department specific education requirements include:
  • Annual pediatric/neonatal competencies
  • Biennial competency for newborn resuscitation at high risk deliveries
• Successful completion of the NICU Orientation Program necessitates attendance during all learning activities and completion of all required work.
  • Group-based, self-directed, and preceptorship shifts are integrated throughout the program for up to 40 hours per week
  • External Candidates: Vacation, paid or unpaid leave requests up to 18-weeks from the start date are not permitted. All other vacation, paid or unpaid leave requests are subject to compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between ONA and OHSU.
  • Internal Nurse Candidates: All vacation, paid or unpaid leave requests are subject to compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between ONA and OHSU. Pre-scheduled vacations or leave plans must be disclosed prior to consideration for hire to determine the start date.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Qualifications

Department Specific Preferences:

• Internal Applicants: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Stable Certification for those with NICU experience
• Resource: 2 years level II/III/IV experience preferred (per management discretion)
• Bilingual: Spanish/English
• Specialty certification specific to Neonatal Nursing

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