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The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment * Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. * Collects and documents patient data. * Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. * Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. * Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. * Assesses safety of the patient care environment. * Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning * In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. * Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. * Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. * Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. * Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. * Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation * Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. * Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. * Implements the medical care plan as delegated. * Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). * Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. * Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. * Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation * Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. * Revises plan of care based on evaluation. * Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. * Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. * Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. * Collaborates with other members of the health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. * Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service * Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. * Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. * Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. * All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. * Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. * Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. * Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. * Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. * Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Professional Conduct * Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. * Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. * Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. * Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. * Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. * Requests assistance as appropriate. * Complies with all safety and infection control standards. * Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. * Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. * Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. * Completes assigned work within shift. * Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Performance Improvement * Demonstrates WHMC's commitment to quality through the maximum individual effort of each employee. * Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. * Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide system problems. * Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Growth and Development * Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. * Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. * Attends 80% of in-service programs. * Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies: Medical/Surgical Nurse * Age-Appropriate Care: * Assessment - Adolescent: * Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient's size and weight. Informs MD as necessary. * Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. * Assessment - Geriatric: * Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. * Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. * Assesses need for additional safety measures, i.e., side rails, posey vest, etc. * Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient's size and weight. Informs MD as necessary. * Assesses skin integrity; develops plan of care as needed; provides care according to plan. * Assessment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: * Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. * Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage, including indication, side effects and patient education. * Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. * Recognizes appropriate mobility limitations (i.e., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction). * Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: * Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes, is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. * Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environment, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions, including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. * Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, (i.e., sensory, communicative, cognitive, behavioral). * Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: * Demonstrates knowledge of CVA, cholecystectomy, UTI, pneumonia, diabetes and hip FX. Cultural-Specific Competencies: * Exhibits culturally responsive attitude, including flexibility, empathy, respect and awareness of communication needs. Qualifications Qualifications * Physical Demands: Employee must meet physical and mental requirements as identified by the physical activity evaluation form. * Minimum Education: Graduate of approved nursing program. * Minimum Experience: 1 year acute care experience preferred. * Required Certification/Registration: Current California RN License; BLS; proficiency in both written and oral English.

AHMC Anaheim Regional Medical Center is a 223-bed general acute care community medical center committed to providing excellent health services and medical care to our patients and our community. Physicians and staff work together to ensure no aspect of a patient's care is left unaddressed or overlooked. We believe that working as a team is far more effective than if doctors worked on an individual basis. This helps us provide optimal health services to our patients. Job Description This position is responsible for providing patient care in a safe and effective manner. Responsibilities include directing Patient Care Assistant activity, synthesizing patient information, assessment of patients, planning of care/intervention, teaching of patients/family, implementation of treatment plan, MD orders, documentation and evaluation. integration of patient care standards are incorporated into all clinical activities. Qualifications Graduate of RN School of Nursing; BSN preferred. One year acute care experience preferred. Basic computer skills preferred. Current CA RN license. Current BLS-HCP. Current ACLS. Basic Dysrhythmia Class completion: Optional for RN with at least 6 months experience, and successful completion of EKG competency exam. PALS, NIH Certification, Management of Assaultive Behavior, Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred, Emergency Nursing Course preferred. Additional Information AHMC Anaheim Regional Medical Center is proudly recognized as a Pathway to Excellence facility by ANCC.

Assesses patient/family health problems and resources, takes a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care provided by the nursing team. Provides technical nursing care and interventions to designated patient populations. This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including young adolescent through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Admission coordination, make nursing assignments, coordinate shift activities and quality control functions This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of San Gabriel Valley Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support San Gabriel Valley Medical Center's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP). Responsibilities * Completes and documents initial assessment/care within required time frames. * Performs reassessments/care at intervals as required or appropriate to the patient's specific needs. * Ensures physical assessment/care includes all major body systems. * Ensures spiritual assessment/care includes actual/expressed needs. * Incorporates cultural and ethnic factors into assessment/care. * Correctly differentiates between normal and abnormal findings. * Makes appropriate referrals for positive high risk screens. * Identifies educational needs upon admission and thereafter. * Identifies barriers to learning. * Provides teaching based on identified needs. * Evaluates the effectiveness of instruction provided. * Assessment and teaching incorporates cultural and ethnic factors. * Assessment and teaching incorporates functional needs. * Develops and implements the plan of care based on assessment findings. * Establishes the plan of care on admission. * Re-evaluates and modifies the plan of care, based on the patient's response to the interventions. * Communicates the plan of care to members of the nursing team. * Involves the patient/family in developing the plan of care. * Demonstrates sound clinical judgement in decision-making regarding patient care. * Communicates effectively with physicians and allied health team. * Coordinates nursing care with other disciplines involved. * Involves allied health team members, as necessary. * Actively participates in multidisciplinary care conferences. * Provides local wound care as ordered. * Applies dressings as ordered or as appropriate to the type of wound. * Documents nursing interventions using the FOCUS charting format. * Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and post-care. * Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for suicide or unpredictable behavior. * Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for falls and skin breakdown. * Follows appropriate Code Blue notification procedures * Functions in a Code Blue quickly and calmly providing CPR, administering and documenting medications/interventions accurately. * Effectively prioritizes clinical interventions and care. * Communicates significant changes in patient's condition/status in a timely manner. * Understands actions, side-effects, contra-indications of drugs. * Follows five "rights" of medication administration. * Adheres to medication policies, practices and standards. * Administers medication, intravenous therapy and fluid management only on physician request and guidance. * Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use. * Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use. * Differentiates between patient complications and equipment malfunction. * Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer's operating instructions, including but not limited to: * IV Pump * Glucoscan * PCA Pump * Tube Feeding Pump * Chest Tube Suction * Defibrillator * Bedside monitor * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current California RN License Current ACLS, BLS - AHA Current MAB - within 90 days of hire NIH Certification- within 90days of hire CCRN- Preferred Graduate of a RN School of Nursing BSN- Preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills Bilingual (English/Spanish/Vietnamese/Chinese) preferred Computer skills

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the obstetrical patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS). The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Labor & Delivery Nurses provide care and support for women before, during and after delivery of an infant. They are responsible for making sure that the medical and emotional needs of the patient are met throughout birthing process. Responsibilities Assessment: * Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and ongoing basis. * Collects and documents patient data. * Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. * Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. * Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. * Assess safety of the patient care environment. * Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning: * In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individual patient care plan. * Identifies short and long term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. * Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. * Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. * Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. * Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation: * Provides direct nursing care based on he plan of care and established priorities. * Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. * Implements the medial care plan as delegated. * Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc). * Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. * Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. * Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation * Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. * Revises plan of care based on evaluation. * Documents the response of the patient to the medical are plan. * Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. * Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. * Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. * Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service * Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations and satisfaction levels of patients, families, physicians and other customers. * As observed, all interactions are conducted in a professional manner; is supportive and consistently demonstrates the Target 100 standards. * Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. * Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff, visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. * Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol (e.g, answers phone promptly is courteous and helpful). * Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. * Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. * Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly Performance Improvement * Serves as a role model in implementing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology. * Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. * Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide system problems. * Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Conduct * Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the unit on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. * Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. * Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concepts. * Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. * Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. * Requests assistance as appropriate. * Complies with all safety and infection control standards. * Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. * Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. * Consistently projects positive professional image through appearance and behavior. * Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. * Completes assigned work within shift. * Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., KRONOS). Professional Growth and Development * Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. * Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. * Attends 80% of unit staff meetings and in-service programs. * Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Qualifications * Minimum Education: * Minimum Experience: One year Labor & Delivery experience preferred. * Required Certification/Registration: Current California RN license, BLS, ACLS, NRP and Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification required. Labor & Delivery SpecialtyCourse preferred.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment * Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. * Collects and documents patient data. * Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. * Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. * Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. * Assesses safety of the patient care environment. * Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning * In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. * Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. * Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. * Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. * Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. * Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation * Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. * Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. * Implements the medical care plan as delegated. * Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). * Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. * Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. * Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation * Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. * Revises plan of care based on evaluation. * Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. * Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. * Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. * Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. * Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service * Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. * Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. * Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. * All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. * Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. * Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. * Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. * Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. * Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Performance Improvement * Serves as a role model in implementing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology. * Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. * Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide problems. * Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Conduct * Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. * Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. * Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. * Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. * Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. * Requests assistance as appropriate. * Complies with all safety and infection control standards. * Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. * Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. * Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. * Completes assigned work within shift. * Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Professional Growth and Development * Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. * Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. * Attends 80% of in-service programs. * Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies * Assessment * Adolescent * Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. * Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. * Geriatric * Evaluates for age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. * Assesses for signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. * Assesses need for additional safety measure, e.g., side rails, posey vest, etc. * Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. * Assesses skin integrity, develops plan of care as needed. Provides care according to plan/direction. * Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric * Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. * Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage including indication, side effects and patient education. * Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. * Recognizes appropriate mobility limitation, e.g., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction. * Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: * Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes; is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. * Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environmental, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. * Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, e.g., sensory, communicative, cognitive, behavioral. * Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: * Demonstrates knowledge of CVA, cholecystectomy, UTI, pneumonia, diabetes, hip FX. Qualifications * Minimum Education: * Minimum Experience: 1 year acute care experience preferred. * Required Certification/Registration: Current California License, BLS and PALS required.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment * Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. * Collects and documents patient data. * Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. * Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. * Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. * Assesses safety of the patient care environment. * Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning * In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. * Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. * Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. * Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. * Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. * Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation * Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. * Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. * Implements the medical care plan as delegated. * Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). * Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. * Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. * Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation * Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. * Revises plan of care based on evaluation. * Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. * Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. * Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. * Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. * Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service * Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. * Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. * Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. * All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. * Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. * Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. * Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. * Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. * Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Professional Conduct * Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by managment. * Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. * Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. * Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. * Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. * Requests assistance as appropriate. * Complies with all safety and infection control standards. * Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. * Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. * Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. * Completes assigned work within shift. * Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Performance Improvement * Demonstrates WHMC's commitment to quality through the maximum individual effort of each employee. * Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. * Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide system problems. * Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Growth and Development * Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. * Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. * Attends 80% of in-service programs. * Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Qualifications * Minimum Education: Graduate of approved nursing program. * Minimum Experience: 1 year acute care experience preferred. * Required Certification/Registration: Current California License; BLS, ACLS, proficiency in both written and oral English.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment * Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and ongoing basis. * Collects and documents patient data. * Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. * Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual nd potential problems. * Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. * Assesses safety of the patient care environment. * Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning * In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individual patient care plan. * Identifies short and long term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. * Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. * Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. * Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. * Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation * Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. * Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. * Implements the medical care plan as delegated. * Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T>, Speech, etc.). * Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. * Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. * Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation * Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. * Revises plan of care based on evaluation. * Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. * Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. * Recognizes alteration in physiological and psychosocial status. * Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. * Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service * Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations and satisfaction levels of patients, families, physicians and other customers. * As observed, all interactions are conducted in a professional manner; is supportive and consistently demonstrates the Target 100 standards. * Unit surveys consistently meet exceed hospital benchmark. * Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff, visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. * Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol (e.g., answers phone promptly, is courteous and helpful). * Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. * Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. * Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Performance Improvement * Serves as a role model in implementing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology. * Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. * Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide system problems. * Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Conduct * Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the unit on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. * Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. * Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. * Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. * Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. * Requests assistance as appropriate. * Complies with all safety and infection control standards. * Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. * Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. * Consistently projects positive professional image through appearance and behavior. * Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. * Completes assigned work within shift. * Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., KRONOS). Professional Growth and Development * Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. * Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. * Attends 80% of unit staff meetings and inservice programs. * Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies * Assessment * Adolescent * Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. * Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. * Geriatric * Evaluates for age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. * Assesses for signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. * Assesses need for additional safety measures, e.g., side rails, posey vest, etc. * Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. * Assesses skin integrity; develops plan of care as needed. Provides care according to plan/direction. * Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric * Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. * Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage including indication, side effects and patient education. * Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. * Recognizes appropriate mobility limitations, e.g., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction. * Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric * Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes; is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. * Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environmental, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. * Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, e.g., sensory, communicative, cognitive, behavioral. * Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric * Demonstrates knowledge of CVA, cholecystectomy, UTI, pneumonia, diabetes, hip FX. Unit-Specific Competencies * PCA * Protect IV * Restraints * Alaris IV Pump * Arrhythmia Recognition * Gastric Bypass Patient * Ventilator (Selected Nurses) * Chemotherapy (Selected Nurses) Qualifications * Minimum Education:Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing certificate. Licensure in the state of California as a Registered Nurse (RN). * Minimum Experience: One year acute care RN experience; DOU Charge/Supervisory experience preferred. * Required Certification/Registration: Current California RN license, BLS and ACLS required; specialty certificate preferred.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. Collects and documents patient data. Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. Assesses safety of the patient care environment. Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. Implements the medical care plan as delegated. Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. Revises plan of care based on evaluation. Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Performance Improvement Serves as a role model in implementing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology. Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide problems. Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Conduct Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. Completes assigned work within shift. Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Professional Growth and Development Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. Attends 80% of in-service programs. Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies Assessment Adolescent Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. Geriatric Evaluates for age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. Assesses for signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assesses need for additional safety measure, e.g., side rails, posey vest, etc. Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses skin integrity, develops plan of care as needed. Provides care according to plan/direction. Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage including indication, side effects and patient education. Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. Recognizes appropriate mobility limitation, e.g., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction. Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes; is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environmental, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, e.g., sensory, communicative, cognitive, behavioral. Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Demonstrates knowledge of CVA, cholecystectomy, UTI, pneumonia, diabetes, hip FX. Qualifications Minimum Education: Minimum Experience: 1 year acute care experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration: Current California License, BLS and PALS required.

The Registered Nurse will provide care that includes timely triage, physical assessment, treatment, reassessment, discharge planning, and health education to the Emergency Department patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, daily members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. The ED Registered Nurse will support the ED initiative and provide quality patient care. Responsibilities Assessment Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. Collects and documents patient data. Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. Assesses safety of the patient care environment. Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. Implements the medical care plan as delegated. Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. Revises plan of care based on evaluation. Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Professional Conduct Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. Completes assigned work within shift. Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Performance Improvement Demonstrates WHMC's commitment to quality through the maximum individual effort of each employee. Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. Attends 80% of in-service programs. Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Knowledge of Growth and Development Newborn: Identifies the biological and behavioral characteristics of the newborn, e.g., appropriate reflexes, head circumference, fontanelles and sensory capabilities. Infant/Child: Identifies the biological and behavioral characteristics of the infant/child according to developmental stage, e.g., immunization status, socialization skills. Adolescent: Demonstrates ability to obtain and interpret information according to developmental stage, e.g., sensitive to body changes (need for privacy), non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. Early to Middle Adulthood: Demonstrates ability to obtain and interpret information according to developmental stage, e.g., sensitive to need for control over own environment and need for explanation and education regarding condition and treatment. Geriatric: Demonstrates ability to obtain information and recognize multiple disease entities associated with the aging process. e.g., increased need for personal possessions and personal safety maintained. Range of Treatment Newborn: Demonstrates ability to effectively care for patients with sepsis, failure to thrive, respiratory distress, suspected abuse, fluid/electrolyte imbalance. Infant/Child: Demonstrates ability to effectively care for patients with sepsis, trauma, near drowning, toxic ingestion/overdoes, respiratory distress, suspected abuse, fluid/electrolyte imbalance. Adolescent: Demonstrates ability to effectively care for patients with UTI, respiratory distress, trauma, substance abuse/overdose, potential life-threatening medical/surgical conditions, suspected abuse, fluid/electrolyte imbalance. Early/Middle Adulthood: Demonstrates ability to effectively care for patients with UTI, acute neurological deficit, chest pain/MI, cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, trauma, potential life-threatening medical/surgical conditions, suspected abuse, fluid/electrolyte imbalance. Geriatric: Demonstrates ability to effectively care for patients with UTI, acute neurological deficit, chest pain/MI, cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, trauma, potential life-threatening medical/surgical conditions, suspected abuse, fluid/electrolyte imbalance. Assessment Newborn: Demonstrates ability to identify normal physiological parameters of the newborn and assess for deviation, e.g., V/S, neurological deficit (reflexes), urinary output, nutritional status. Infant/Child: Demonstrates ability to identify normal physiological parameters of the infant and assess for deviation, e.g., V/S, breath sounds, neurological deficit (reflexes), urinary output, nutritional status. Adolescent: Demonstrates ability to identify normal physiological parameters of the adolescent and assess for deviation, e.g., V/S, breath sounds, neurological deficit (reflexes), urinary output, nutritional status. Early/Middle Adulthood: Demonstrates ability to identify normal physiological parameters of the adult and assess for deviation, e.g., V/S, breath sounds, neurological deficit (reflexes), urinary output, nutritional status, cardiac arrhythmias. Geriatric: Demonstrates ability to identify normal physiological parameters of the geriatric patient and assess for deviation, e.g., decreased cognitive behavior and sensory perception, nutritional status, decreased skin integrity, fluid/electrolyte status. Qualifications Minimum Education: Graduate of approved nursing program. Minimum Experience: 1 year acute care experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration: Current California License; BLS, ACLS, and PALS; proficiency in both written and oral English. AB508 certification within 90 days of hire.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. Collects and documents patient data. Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. Assesses safety of the patient care environment. Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. Implements the medical care plan as delegated. Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. Revises plan of care based on evaluation. Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. Collaborates with other members of the health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Professional Conduct Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. Completes assigned work within shift. Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Performance Improvement Demonstrates WHMC's commitment to quality through the maximum individual effort of each employee. Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide system problems. Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Growth and Development Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. Attends 80% of in-service programs. Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies: Medical/Surgical Nurse Age-Appropriate Care: Assessment - Adolescent: Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient's size and weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assessment - Geriatric: Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assesses need for additional safety measures, i.e., side rails, posey vest, etc. Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient's size and weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses skin integrity; develops plan of care as needed; provides care according to plan. Assessment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage, including indication, side effects and patient education. Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. Recognizes appropriate mobility limitations (i.e., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction). Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes, is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environment, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions, including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, (i.e., sensory, communicative, cognitive, behavioral). Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Demonstrates knowledge of CVA, cholecystectomy, UTI, pneumonia, diabetes and hip FX. Cultural-Specific Competencies: Exhibits culturally responsive attitude, including flexibility, empathy, respect and awareness of communication needs. Qualifications Qualifications Physical Demands: Employee must meet physical and mental requirements as identified by the physical activity evaluation form. Minimum Education: Graduate of approved nursing program. Minimum Experience: 1 year acute care experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration: Current California RN License; BLS; proficiency in both written and oral English.

The staff RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the therapeutic environments, treatment and modalities and interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities The RN shall, for their patient, collaborate in the formulation of the overall plan of care for the patient, as evidenced by written documentation. Identifies needs and problems specific to biophysical, cognitive, developmental, emotional, socio-cultural, and spiritual. Demonstrates accountability for on-going awareness of the status of assigned patients. Collects and documents data appropriate to the nature and severity of the condition. Qualifications Current California RN License. Current Basic Life Support (Healthcare Provider) certification. Current ACLS. Dysrhythmia certification. Current NIHSS certification, or within 90 days of employment.

The staff RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the therapeutic environments, treatment and modalities and interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities The RN shall, for their patient, collaborate in the formulation of the overall plan of care for the patient, as evidenced by written documentation. Identifies needs and problems specific to biophysical, cognitive, developmental, emotional, socio-cultural, and spiritual. Demonstrates accountability for on-going awareness of the status of assigned patients. Collects and documents data appropriate to the nature and severity of the condition. Qualifications Current California RN License. Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required. Must have one year experience in Emergency Department or approved training in Emergency Services. Management of Assaultive Behavior completed within 90 days of hire. Dysrhythmia certification. Current NIHSS certification, or within 90 days of employment. 4 hour Stroke class within first 90 days of employment.

The staff RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the therapeutic environments, treatment and modalities and interdisciplinary collaboration. Qualifications Current California RN License. Current Basic Life Support Level C (Healthcare Provider) certification. Current NRP certification. One year level III NICU nursing experience to include care of the ventilated infant.

The staff RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the therapeutic environments, treatment and modalities and interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities The RN shall, for their patient, collaborate in the formulation of the overall plan of care for the patient, as evidenced by written documentation. Identifies needs and problems specific to biophysical, cognitive, developmental, emotional, socio-cultural, and spiritual. Demonstrates accountability for on-going awareness of the status of assigned patients. Collects and documents data appropriate to the nature and severity of the condition. Qualifications Current California RN License. Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required. Must have one year experience in Emergency Department or approved training in Emergency Services. Management of Assaultive Behavior completed within 90 days of hire. Dysrhythmia certification. Current NIHSS certification, or within 90 days of employment. 4 hour Stroke class within first 90 days of employment.

The staff RN is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the therapeutic environments, treatment and modalities and interdisciplinary collaboration. Qualifications Current California RN License. Current Basic Life Support Level C (Healthcare Provider) certification. Current NRP certification. One year level III NICU nursing experience to include care of the ventilated infant.

JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse provides direct care in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab Department setting. Communicates with physicians / Nurse Director / Co - workers, as appropriate about changes in the patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical nursing care for patients the medical surgical services based on established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Serves as the Resource nurse role when oriented and as directed. Supports the organization vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient's age, developmental status, spiritual and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care will be required to ROTATE ON CALL SCHEDULE. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing certificate. Licensure in the state of California as a Registered Nurse (RN). Proficient in oral and written communication skills. Ability to practice leadership, interpersonal skills, communication skills, teamwork, quality improvement and professionalism. Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California. BCLS, ACLS, Basic Dysrhythmia, NIHS Stroke Cert, current and maintain., Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.

Monterey Park Hospital, a 101-acute care facility located in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County, is seeking a Registered Nurse for our OR. This is a full-time, 8-hour evening shift position reporting to the Director of Perioperative Services. Responsibilities The OR RN uses specialized knowledge and skills in the care of patients and families undergoing invasive OR procedures. The OR RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose and evaluate patient care while managing and administering moderate sedation. The OR RN is responsible for providing a safe, efficient, and caring environment, one in which the OR team can function and in which the outcome for the patient is as positive as possible. He/she manages and oversees equipment, instrumentation and supplies of this specialty service, provides patient education and support to the other OR staff. The OR RN will also have responsibilities in providing care and support in our GI lab. The OR RN is knowledgeable in pharmacology and physiological systems, meets and exceeds the CDPH, The Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications BSN preferred. One-year acute care hospital experience in OR/GI Lab preferred. Current CA RN license required. Current BLS (AHA) required. ACLS and PALS (AHA) required within 2 months of employment. For new hires with no Operating Room experience, Periop 101 training is preferred.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation and evaluation, provided to the women and newborns during the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum and neonatal stages of the childbirth process. The L&D RN is responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical nursing care in the Labor and Delivery Department setting, including, but not limited to, providing labor support and education, monitoring maternal & fetal conditions, and monitoring the mother`s and baby`s vital signs during labor & birth, and managing a variety of potential issues that may arise. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Serves as the Resource nurse role when oriented and as directed. Supports the organization's vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient's age, developmental status, spiritual and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. The Labor and Delivery RN provides direct care, communicates with physicians / Nurse Director / Co - workers, as appropriate about changes in the patient's clinical situation including results of diagnostic studies and is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in situation or response to treatment. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing certificate. Licensure in the state of California as a Registered Nurse (RN). Proficient in oral and written communication skills. Ability to practice leadership, interpersonal skills, communication skills, teamwork, quality improvement and excellent customer service, and professionalism. Current California RN license upon hire and maintained. Required Experience: •minimum successful 1 year Couplet care or L&D experience • Required Education: Graduate of approved nursing program certificate BCLS, ACLS, NRP (AHA), upon hire. Basic Fetal Monitoring certificate upon hire, if no current Intermediate/ Advanced Fetal Monitoring course. Other certificates: Breastfeeding Training PT 1 & PT 2, and Intermediate/Advanced Fetal monitoring, within 6 months of hire, Proficiency in both written and oral English Other languages Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) preferred.

Monterey Park Hospital, a 101-acute care facility located in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County, is seeking a Registered Nurse for our OR. This is a full-time, 8-hour evening shift position reporting to the Director of Perioperative Services. Responsibilities The OR RN uses specialized knowledge and skills in the care of patients and families undergoing invasive OR procedures. The OR RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose and evaluate patient care while managing and administering moderate sedation. The OR RN is responsible for providing a safe, efficient, and caring environment, one in which the OR team can function and in which the outcome for the patient is as positive as possible. He/she manages and oversees equipment, instrumentation and supplies of this specialty service, provides patient education and support to the other OR staff. The OR RN will also have responsibilities in providing care and support in our GI lab. The OR RN is knowledgeable in pharmacology and physiological systems, meets and exceeds the CDPH, The Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications BSN preferred. One-year acute care hospital experience in OR/GI Lab preferred. Current CA RN license required. Current BLS (AHA) required. ACLS and PALS (AHA) required within 2 months of employment. For new hires with no Operating Room experience, Periop 101 training is preferred.