Weekday night call shifts: 8 hours, 23:00 to 07:00
Weekend scheduled and call shifts: 10 or 12 hours
Up to 6 call and/or weekend scheduled shifts per 6-week schedule
Requirements
Valid RN license in Oregon
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
2 years of experience in the Operating Room (OR)
OR experience within the last year
First-time travelers allowed
BLS issued by American Heart Association or RQI (AHA only; RQI accepted)
ACLS required for CVOR, CVICU, Cath Lab, ICU, PCU, and PACU (AHA only)
Experience with Epic
NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
Competency exam with an 80% passing score
Skills checklist required
Criminal background check within 90 days of start, with a 7-year search
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, repeated every 30 days
International background check, if applicable
Driver's license or state ID
Physical exam within 1 year of start
2 negative PPDs or a negative QuantiFERON Gold/T-SPOT within 1 year of start
Rubeola, mumps, rubella, and varicella immunity by antibody titer or 2 vaccines
Hepatitis B titer, 3-dose series, or declination
Tdap vaccine or declination
Flu vaccine or signed declination, year round
10-panel drug test within 90 days of start
2 references within the last 2 years, showing 1 year in a comparable specialty; at least one must be supervisory (Charge RN acceptable) within the last 12 months
Preferred
ACLS (for this role, per the job description)
PALS prior to start for PACU (must be completed within 6 months of hire)
Onboarding and Facility Requirements
Badge photo: due ASAP and at least 8 days before start; background must be white
Onsite fit testing: completed within the first week of starting, or the candidate will be pulled from the floor
Facility training modules: due by the document due date, with additional modules for Surgical Services
TB history screening form: required before start
Signed job description: required before start
Dress code and scrub color information provided
Campus map provided for employee parking
Facility
Salem Hospital
4.1rating(54 reviews)
1 nurse recommends working with Salem Hospital
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Anonymous
Cardiology (RN)
Contract Position
3.0rating
Pros
Coworkers are very helpful and it’s amazing to work with them!
Cons
Shortage of CNAs is the biggest minus and makes the day very heavy and exhausting!!!
Salem's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
Summer average highs range from 80-85°F, while winter average lows range from 32-35°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Salem, with various options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
Salem is car-friendly, with easy navigation and ample parking.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
Salem has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundant flora.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
Salem offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic district and Oregon State Capitol, visiting wineries in the award-winning wine country, enjoying Minto Brown Island Park for outdoor activities, and exploring unique shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues in Downtown Salem.
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