RN Staff Nurse - Short Stay Unit
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Silverton, OR, 97381-1917
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Overview
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.
Located approximately 40 miles south of Portland, in the heart of Oregon's beautiful Willamette Valley, Legacy Silverton Medical Center serves the needs of the communities within Marion, Clackamas and Polk Counties and provides outstanding medical services that attracts patients from nearby large and rural communities. The town of Silverton itself offers a small town feel surrounded by abundant farmland, wonderful schools, and great restaurants. Opportunities for recreational activities include hiking, fishing, and biking.
The RN Staff Nurse at Legacy Silverton Medical Center falls under an agreement between the Oregon Nurses Association and Silverton Medical Center and will include union dues. For further information, please see the general ONA website: http://www.oregonrn.org/ and the Silverton Medical Center specific ONA webpage: http://www.oregonrn.org/?page=90 . This website houses information about the representatives, bylaws, benefits, policies, a copy of the contract, membership application, news and updates.
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.
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
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Frequently asked questions
Short stay RN staff nurses at Legacy Health tailor care plans by considering the unique demographics of Silverton’s rural surroundings, focusing on quick recovery and efficient patient turnover while maintaining personalized attention to each patient’s family and community context.
An RN in a Short Stay Unit must excel in rapid patient assessment, decision-making under time constraints, and seamless coordination with multidisciplinary teams, which differs from longer-term care roles requiring extended patient monitoring and chronic condition management.
Yes, RNs in short-term care units can progress into unit management, clinical education, or specialized ambulatory nursing roles, leveraging their acute care experience and familiarity with fast-paced environments to build leadership or specialized clinical expertise.
Legacy Health supports RN staff nurses through an established agreement with the Oregon Nurses Association, offering access to union resources, collective bargaining benefits, and workplace protections, enhancing job security and professional support in Silverton.
RN Staff Nurses in Silverton typically earn between $54 and $81 per hour, with Legacy Health offering competitive rates within this range, reflecting the specialized nature of short stay care and regional market demand for experienced nursing professionals.
The demand for short stay RNs in Silverton is moderate, with Legacy Health attracting candidates due to its community reputation and union affiliation, but competition remains manageable thanks to ongoing regional healthcare expansion and nursing shortages.
The Silverton Short Stay Unit offers a close-knit work environment with a focus on patient-family centered care, contrasting urban hospitals' fast-paced, high-volume settings, enabling nurses to build deeper community ties and deliver more personalized care.
While a current Oregon RN license and AHA BLS certification are mandatory, Legacy Health may prioritize candidates with BSN degrees and relevant acute care experience, especially for specialized short stay assignments in this facility.
Legacy Health’s patient- and family-centered philosophy encourages RN Staff Nurses to act as advocates and communicators, ensuring care is holistic and collaborative, which shapes daily tasks to include comprehensive assessments and coordinated team involvement.
Nurses navigate rapid patient turnover, complex discharge planning, and acute symptom management while maintaining effective communication with families and healthcare teams, all within the constraints of short hospital stays typical to this unit.