RN Staff Nurse - Emergency

Overview

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

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and their families? At Legacy Health, 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 and help us provide outstanding care.

About Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center: Located in vibrant Northwest Portland, Legacy Good Samaritan is known for its cutting-edge care in specialties like cancer, neurology, kidney transplantation, and more. 

Our Emergency Department: Our 23-bed adult emergency/urgent care department, with 45,000 patient visits annually, features a 4-bed urgent care area embedded within the ED for patients requiring immediate care. Our private rooms are equipped with up-to-date technology, and we provide specialized care pathways for diverse patient needs, including elders and behavioral health patients.

If you’re ready to join a supportive and dynamic team, apply now to make a difference at Legacy Good Samaritan!

 

Your Role as an RN: As a Registered Nurse in our Emergency Department, you’ll provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. You’ll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, ensuring the highest standards of safety and compassion while making 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).
• Additional clinical experience may be required, depending on 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.

Licensure

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Why Legacy Health?

• Collaborative, Supportive Work Environment: You’ll be part of a compassionate, close-knit team that values your expertise.
• Professional Growth: We’re committed to your continued development, offering opportunities for ongoing education and career advancement.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a robust compensation package, including health benefits, paid time off, retirement savings, and more.
• A Truly Impactful Role: As a nurse at Legacy Good Samaritan, you’re not just a caregiver — you’re an advocate, a problem-solver, and a vital part of our patients’ journey toward healing and health.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited to be part of a team that values compassion, collaboration, and expertise, apply now to join Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center. Let’s work together to create healthier futures for our patients and their families!

Pay Range

USD $54.37 - USD $81.21 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you