EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum one (1) year of recent nursing experience, preferably in an acute care setting as a registered nurse and for the department to which the registered nurse is hired. 

EDUCATION:

• ADN Degree required; BSN Degree preferred.

LICENSURES/CERTIFICATION:

• Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing
• Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification
• Must successfully complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification at the time of hire or within the first 30 days of employment.
• Specialty-specific certifications as required
• ACLS for RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) certification preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Communication: Maintains professional communication using SBAR format, prepares relevant patient data before contacting physicians.
• Confidentiality: Ensures strict confidentiality according to HIPAA and VPH policies.
• Cross-training: Cross-trains in all areas within floating cluster as per hospital policy.
• Documentation and system utilization: Uses information technology for timely documentation and seeks to improve computer skills independently.
• Evaluation of care: Collaborates with preceptor/mentor and physicians to evaluate care effectiveness and modifies plans accordingly.
• Infection control: Adheres to Universal Precautions and infection control standards.
• Medication administration: Administers medications per hospital policy and reports errors promptly.
• Nursing process, assessment, and diagnosis: Collects and interprets patient data, formulates nursing diagnoses, and performs skills independently with validated competency.
• Patient advocate: Advocates for patient and family values, addresses hygiene needs consistently.
• Patient discharge process: Provides discharge education and plans effectively upon admission.
• Patient Satisfaction: Maintains compassionate approach, keeps patients informed, apologizes for delays, and adheres to hourly rounding policy.
• Patient Throughput: Supports initiatives for timely patient acceptance and transfer/discharge.
• PI/Evidenced-based practice: Participates in quality initiatives and PI projects.
• Professional image: Exhibits professionalism in appearance, conduct, communication, and behavior.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care Excellence: Champion a positive patient experience, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and support staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Operational Management: Oversee scheduling, resource availability, and staff assignments to ensure smooth operations.
• Communication & Collaboration: Facilitate clear communication between patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• Performance Improvement: Participate in quality initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Salary Range: $57.28 to $76.15 per hour

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