Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Med/Surg-Vascular Unit $8K Sign-On Bonus - 6091

Valley Presbyterian
US - California - Los Angeles
October 30, 2024

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Med/Surg-Vascular Unit, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities include:

Patient Care Coordination:
Provide comprehensive patient care and education to patients and families in a supportive and therapeutic environment.
Communication:
Maintain professional communication with colleagues, physicians, and healthcare team members, using the SBAR communication format.
Confidentiality:
Adhere to HIPAA and VPH policies, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.
Cross-training:
Cross-train to various areas within the hospital according to policy.
Documentation:
Utilize information technology to document care processes efficiently.
Care Evaluation:
Collaborate with physicians and mentors to evaluate and modify care plans based on patient needs.
Infection Control:
Follow Universal Precautions and VPH infection control standards.
Medication Administration:
Administer medications per hospital policy, reporting any errors promptly.
Nursing Process:
Collect and interpret patient data, formulate nursing diagnoses, and assess patient conditions.
Patient Advocacy:
Advocate for patient and family values, beliefs, and standards.
Discharge Planning:
Provide ongoing discharge education and plan effective discharges from admission.
Patient Satisfaction:
Ensure a caring and compassionate approach, keeping patients and families informed.
Patient Throughput:
Support hospital throughput initiatives for timely patient transfers and discharges.
Quality Improvement:
Participate in unit or hospital quality initiatives and projects.
Professional Image:
Exhibit professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication.

Experience:

Minimum of one (1) year of recent nursing experience is required for the department hiring the registered nurse.

Education:

ADN degree required; BSN degree preferred.

Licensure/Certifications:

Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing, BLS certification, LA City Fire Card certification within 30 days of hire.

Med/Surg-Vascular Unit Requirements:

Annual Critical Care Stroke Swank Stroke Education within 30 days of employment.

Specific Responsibilities:

Communication:
Maintains professional communication using SBAR format, anticipates physician needs.
Confidentiality:
Adheres to HIPAA and VPH policies, follows ethical and legal guidelines.
Cross-training:
Trains in various areas as per hospital policy.
Documentation and system use:
Utilizes technology for timely documentation, seeks skill improvement.
Care Evaluation:
Collaborates to assess and modify care plans based on patient condition.
Infection Control:
Adheres to precautions and sanitation standards.
Medication Administration:
Administers medications per policy, reports errors promptly.
Nursing Process:
Collects and interprets patient data, performs skills independently.
Patient Advocacy:
Supports patient values and hygiene needs.
Patient Discharge:
Provides ongoing education, plans for effective discharge.
Patient Satisfaction:
Maintains compassionate approach, apologizes for delays, adheres to rounding policy.
Patient Throughput:
Supports timely patient acceptance and discharge.
PI/Evidence-based Practice:
Participates in quality initiatives and projects.
Professional Image:
Exhibits professionalism in all aspects.
Must fulfill essential job functions.

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:
$52.08 - $69.24 per hour

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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