7:00 pm – 7:30 am, 12 hour shifts, variable scheduled days Your role with us As a valued member of the Salem Health Float Pool, you’ll play a critical role in supporting a wide range of units across our organization, including Inpatient rehabilitation, psychiatric medical center, and our sister facility, West Valley Hospital in Dallas, Oregon. You’ll deliver care across all levels, from medical surgical to intermediate care, serving a diverse adult inpatient population.
This dynamic role offers a unique opportunity to broaden your clinical expertise by working in multiple specialties. You’ll receive comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident and competent in a wide scope of practice. After one year of hire, there is an opportunity to cross-train in the ICU and emergency department, further expanding your skill set and career growth.
If you’re flexible, eager to learn, and passionate about providing high-quality care in a variety of settings, the float pool is an excellent fit for you.
Performs accurate, ongoing, and age-appropriate assessments for each assigned patient. Reports and consults pertinent data with the healthcare team and takes appropriate action. Demonstrates competency in delivering care based on the individualized patient care plan.
Follows Salem Health–West Valley Hospital policies and procedures for all nursing skills. Initiates and/or reviews care plans with patients and families to address holistic, age-specific needs. Adjusts care plans to reflect changes in the patient’s condition.
Consistently documents assessments, plans, interventions, and patient responses accurately. Anticipates patient and team needs, sharing relevant information proactively. Helps maintain a safe unit environment by following infection control policies, replacing sharps containers, removing broken equipment, and using proper lifting and transfer techniques.
Required qualification Requires a Bachelor of Science (BSN) or Bachelor of Arts degree in nursing, or non-nursing bachelor's degree with a Master of Science in nursing (MSN). Candidates with an associate's degree in nursing (ADN) and graduates of a diploma RN program are also encouraged to apply; ADN applicants with less than five years of acute care experience will be required to sign an agreement committing to complete their BSN or MSN degree within three years of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS). Current unencumbered licensure to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon. One year of RN staff nurse experience.
Total rewards package Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth. Click here for details. Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care. We believe in empowering our teams.
Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law. Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants.
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