RN Staff Nurse - Ambulatory Surgery Center - Military veterans preferred

2025-06-29
Legacy Health
Other

/yr

  employee   contract


Portland
Oregon
97201
United States

Legacy Health

RN Staff Nurse - Ambulatory Surgery Center

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled



US-OR-PORTLAND

Job ID: 25-43400
Type: Regular Full-Time
Good Samaritan Medical Ctr campus

Overview

Join Our Ambulatory Surgery Center as a Registered Nurse (RN) at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center!

 

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families? At Legacy Health, we’re not just a healthcare provider — we’re a community that values compassionate care, teamwork, and the expertise of our nurses. We're looking for dedicated, skilled RNs to join our exceptional team at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

 

About Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center:

 

Located in vibrant Northwest Portland, Legacy Good Samaritan is renowned for its cutting-edge care and specialty programs, offering services in cancer care, neurology, kidney transplantation, robotic surgery, and more. Our hospital is committed to providing compassionate, world-class care to the community.

 

About the Ambulatory Surgery Center:

 

The Ambulatory Surgery Center includes 3 operating rooms and 1 Lasik procedure room, separate from the main operating room. The main OR features 16 ORs. Our unit provides specialized care for a diverse patient population, including ophthalmology, podiatry, and other ambulatory surgeries.

 

Your Role as a Registered Nurse (RN):

 

As a vital team member, you’ll provide high-quality patient care within your unit. You’ll work closely with healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, ensuring the highest standards of safety and compassion. Your role will allow you to make a lasting impact on patients’ health and well-being.

 



Responsibilities

 

  • Provide direct, compassionate patient care while adhering to Legacy Health’s high standards for patient assessment, care delivery, and transfer.
  • Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, holistic care for every patient.
  • Advocate for patients by offering education and emotional support, helping them navigate their health journeys.
  • Leverage cutting-edge electronic health systems to accurately document patient information and provide seamless care.


Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

 

Education:

  • Graduation from an accredited nursing program as required by licensure.
  • BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) is strongly preferred. If you’re working towards your BSN, we encourage you to apply!
  • For certain roles, a BSN is required. We also consider RNs without a BSN based on clinical experience and with approval from the Chief Nursing Officer.

Experience:

  • At least one year of nursing experience, or completion of the Legacy Health RN Residency program (or equivalent program).
  • Experience in Ophthalmology and Podiatry is preferred.
  • Circulating skills are required; scrubbing experience is preferred, though training will be provided.
  • This role will also involve floating to the main operating room one day a week or as needed by the department.

Skills & Qualities:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to connect effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • Ability to navigate and utilize electronic health systems.
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities — because in this role, every day is different, and your expertise will make all the difference.




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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