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RN Staff Nurse - Pediatric Sedation Team

Legacy Health

Portland, Oregon

$54.37–$81.21/hr

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RNPediatricCritical CarePACUProcedural Sedation

Posted Aug 4, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 5, 2026

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Pay Range: USD $54.37

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Overview: Relocation assistance available to nurses new to Legacy! The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity. Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel is a regional center for the care of infants, children and teens. We offer unrivaled pediatric expertise in a state-of-the-art facility designed exclusively for children. From routine care to the most complex cases, pediatricians and families trust us to provide the most advanced medical and surgical care for kids. Responsibilities: Responsible for patient care within an assigned department/unit and participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of the clinical manager or designee as defined by the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse. The RN Staff Nurse assesses, analyzes, plans, implements and evaluates patient care following established patient care standards for Legacy Health System including those for patient assessment and transfer. Qualifications: Education: As required by licensure. BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred. BSN may be required for specific assignments; experienced RNs without a BSN may be hired based on clinical experience with approval of the site CNO. Experience: One-year registered nursing experience or completion of either the Legacy Health RN Residency program or a nursing program that is equivalent in content, curriculum and duration. Additional clinical experience requirements may vary dependent upon the specific department in which the position is utilized. Minimum of one-year pediatric experience required. Critical care, PACU, or previous sedation experience is highly desirable. Strong IV skills preferred. Knowledge/ Skills: Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community. Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions. Licensure: Current applicable state RN license required. AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers. 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

Requirements

  • Current applicable state RN license required
  • AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers
  • One-year registered nursing experience or completion of Legacy Health RN Residency program or equivalent nursing program
  • Minimum of one-year pediatric experience required
  • Critical care, PACU, or previous sedation experience highly desirable
  • Strong IV skills preferred
  • BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred
  • Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance

About the employer

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Legacy Health
Hospital

You are looking at a nonprofit health system headquartered in Portland, open since 1875, with hospitals and clinics on both sides of the Oregon–Washington line. Your license has to match the state where you actually work. If you are new,…

What reviewers appreciate

  • ANCC-accredited RN residency with four cohorts a year and 16–18 weeks of precepted bedside time plus a year-long mentor
  • Only burn center in Oregon hires residency RNs at LEMC
  • Behavioral health residency seats at Unity in Adult, Adolescent, and Emergency units

What reviewers flag

  • Only 41% of RN reviewers would recommend the employer
  • Senior management rated 2.8; RN CEO approval 28%
  • High workloads on some units challenge work-life balance
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Living in Portland, OR

Portland pairs a laid-back Pacific Northwest lifestyle with a thriving food, coffee, and craft-brew scene. The Willamette River splits the city into distinct east and west sides, and Forest Park offers one of the nation's largest urban wilderness escapes. It's a magnet for nurses who want outdoor access without leaving city limits.

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Metro price level · Portland area
105.4
5% above the national average
Median gross rent
$1,655/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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ICU / Critical Care is a first-year unit lane. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.

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