Licensed Practical Nurse jobs at Imperial Health

Responsibilities Emergency Room RNs (ER RNs) record present symptomology, as well as collect a thorough patient history. The ER RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans in coordination with other healthcare team members. ER RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manage care of patients experiencing life-threatening problems and perform triage interventions Work with physicians to assist in exams, diagnostic testing, and treatments Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities MedSurg RNs provide bedside care for a variety of patients and execute individualized patient assessments to create an individualized plan of care. MedSurg RNs prepare equipment and assist physicians during examination and treatment of patients. MedSurg RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: MedSurg RNs prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications Initiate alternative action when adverse symptomology is displayed Change dressings, insert catheters, start IVs when necessary Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Stepdown Nurses (RN) provide patient care in transitional units where patients are too sick for the med-surg floor but not sick enough for intensive care. Stepdown RNs job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Evaluate and monitor patient's progress, identifying sudden or subtle changes in the patient's medical condition Calculate drug dosage, titrate medication doses, administer continuous medication infusion and monitor patients for effects of medication Stepdown RNs work closely and collaborate with physicians and all other healthcare professionals Shift: 3x12 Nights

Responsibilities Progressive Care Unit RNs (PCU RNs) care for patients who need close monitoring and frequent assessment but aren't unstable enough to require ICU care. PCU RNs use computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information. PCU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Record patient's medical information and vital signs Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays to help guide treatment Shift: 3x12 Days

Apollo RN I SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing competent nursing care. Responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Valley Children's Hospital policies. Starship Apollo provides care for infants and children with acute and chronic respiratory diagnoses such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, bronchitis and respiratory syncytial virus. This 36-bed unit has 14 rooms with central monitors, to closely monitor patients with increased needs for respiratory support and intervention. Nursing and respiratory care practitioners collaborate in the care of patients on Apollo. REQUIREMENTS: This position requires: A) a Bachelor's Degree. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); and D) experience to correlate with Clinical Ladder level. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications Required:1) HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days; 2) Pediatric Emergency Assess, Resuscitation & Stabilization (PEARS) within 12 months of hire or transfer into position. POSITION DETAILS: Full Time, 69 hours per pay period, various shifts may be available LOCATION: Madera, CA

SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing competent nursing care. Responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Valley Children's Hospital policies. Valley Children's NICU offers the most comprehensive array of services for critically ill newborns to ensure the best possible quality of life. Valley Children's main Hospital campus in Madera provides Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU) support - the highest level of care available for neonates and infants. Valley Children's supports a network of NICUs throughout Central California, providing the opportunity for families with critically ill babies to receive treatment closer to home throughout his or her entire stay. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); and D) experience to correlate with Clinical Ladder level. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications required: 1) Heart Code Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days and 2) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within six month of hire or transfer into the position POSITION DETAILS: Full Time, 69 Hours per pay period, various shifts available LOCATION: Madera, CA

JOB SUMMARY: This position is accountable for providing competent nursing care. Responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Children's policies. The Emergency Department at Valley Children's provides emergency pediatric and trauma care to infants, children, and adolescents (up to 21 years of age). We operate a 39-bed Level II Pediatric Trauma Center that sees about 120,000 patient visits annually. More than two-thirds of the Hospital's patients are admitted through the Emergency Department. We have access to all of the Hospital's pediatric subspecialties and their associated physicians. The Department is staffed by board-certified pediatric emergency physicians. In addition to their years of experience in providing pediatric emergency care, our emergency specialists have undergone a minimum of three years of general pediatric training plus an additional two to three years of fellowship training in pediatric emergency medicine. REQUIREMENTS: This position requires: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); and D) experience to correlate with Clinical Ladder level. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications Required: 1) HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days; 2) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 12 months: Emergency; 3) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 12 months; 4) Emergency Nursing Pediatrics Course (ENPC) within 36 months of hire or transfer into position; 5) Trauma Nurse Core Course(TNCC) within 36 months of hire or transfer into position. POSITION DETAILS: Full Time, 69 hours per pay period, various shifts may available LOCATION: Madera, CA

JOB SUMMARY: This position is accountable for providing competent nursing care and is responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care though assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Children's polices. Craycroft is a 36-bed, acute care unit, caring for patients with potentially immuno-compromised conditions. This includes hematology, oncology, nephrology, rheumatology, and endocrinology patients. REQUIREMENTS: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); D) experience to correlate with Clinical Ladder level. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications Required: 1) Heart Code Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days; and 2) Pediatric Emergency Assess, Resuscitation & Stabilization within 12 months of hire or transfer into position. POSITION DETAILS: Full Time, 69 hours per pay period, various shifts may be available LOCATION: Madera, CA

SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing competent nursing care. Responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Valley Children's Hospital policies. As the only pediatric rehabilitation program in the region, our expert team offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. Our multi-professional team provides specialized therapies and nursing care to treat conditions ranging from common to the most unusual and complex in patients from birth to young adult. Our 20-bed unit is accredited as an Inpatient Rehabilitation Pediatric Specialty Program by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) making Valley Children's one of only two pediatric facilities in the state with this impressive designation, and one of only five on the West Coast. CARF Accreditation is an internationally recognized award that is given to organizations that demonstrate commitment to providing the highest quality care and services. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); and D) experience to correlate with the clinical ladder level. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications required: 1) Heart Code Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days and 2) Pediatric Emergency Assess, Resuscitation & Stabilization (Pears) within 12 months of hire or transfer into the position POSITION DETAILS: Full Time, 69 Hours per pay period, various shifts available LOCATION: Madera, CA

SUMMARY: This position is accountable for providing competent nursing care for patients with common health problems, and is expected to deliver competent patient care to a full patient assignment. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Valley Children's Hospital policies. Valley Children's Healthcare's multidisciplinary approach creates a dynamic team of pediatric surgeons, both general and specialty-based, working together to generate optimal outcomes. These include complex plastic surgery, neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, ophthalmology, ENT, orthopaedics and urology. REQUIREMENTS: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Minimum 6 months of experience and mastery of RN I performance standards and accompanying competencies is preferred however, new grads are welcome to apply, D) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below). Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications Required: 1) Heart Code Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days; 2) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 12 months of hire or transfer into position. POSITION DETAILS: Full-time, These units may have shift availability for 6 x 11.5-hour shifts or 8 x 10-hour shifts per 2-week pay period. Weekend in-house and call shifts as well as holiday in-house and call are divided equally among the staff. LOCATION: Madera, CA

JOB SUMMARY: This position is accountable for providing competent nursing care and is responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care though assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Children's polices. Starship Explorer is a 36-bed, acute care unit with a patient population comprised primarily of surgical patients. The surgical services includes, but is not limited to cardiac, trauma, neurosurgery, ENT and orthopedic patients. Explorer's patients are both inpatient and observation patients. Explorer has central monitoring capabilities and 4 rooms with negative pressure capabilities. Explorer utilizes Valley Children's Healthcare L.E.G.A.C.Y. Nursing Care Delivery Model which embraces a philosophy of professional practice that supports an environment of excellence in patient care. The six elements: Leadership, Excellence, Growth, Accountability and Authority, Collaboration, and Your Professional Practice, combine to create the framework for care delivery, including autonomous practice and role accountability for the RN, the RN as the Coordinator and Provider of care. REQUIREMENTS: This position requires: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); D) experience to correlate with Clinical Ladder. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications Required:1) HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days; and 2) Pediatric Emergency Assess, Resuscitation & Stabilization (PEARS) within 12 months of hire or transfer into position. POSITION DETAILS: Full time, 69 hours per pay period, Various shifts may be available. LOCATION: Madera, CA

SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for providing competent nursing care. Responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Valley Children's Hospital policies. Valley Children's Pediatric Intensive Care Unit is comprised of a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals, who provide excellent family-centered and evidence-based care, promoting the well-being of its critically ill pediatric patients. PICU is a 42-bed Critical Care unit consisting of approximately 140 staff members and 13 intensivist physicians. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); and D) experience to correlate with Clinical Ladder level. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications required: 1) Heart Code Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days and 2) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 12 months of hire or transfer into the position. POSITION DETAILS: Full Time, 69 Hours per pay period, various shifts may be available LOCATION: Madera, CA

JOB SUMMARY: This position is accountable for providing competent nursing care and is responsible for coordination of the patient's plan of care though assessment planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurse executive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance with Children's polices. Discovery is a 35-bed, acute care medical unit. General duty nursing care is provided to the acutely ill pediatric patient on Discovery. Primary population served include GI patients, Infectious Diseases, Metabolic Diagnosis, and acute viral illnesses. Patient Care Services are provided utilizing the LEGACY care delivery model of care. The RN delivers and coordinates care in a collaborative manner with unlicensed staff, as well as staff from other disciplines. REQUIREMENTS: This position requires: A) a graduate from an accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred; B) an active California Registered Nurse licensure (RN); C) Life Support Certifications (see specifics below); D) experience to correlate with Clinical Ladder. Bilingual skills desirable. Life Support Certifications Required:1) HeartCode Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days; 2) Pediatric Emergency Assess, Resuscitation & Stabilization (PEARS) within 12 months of hire or transfer into position. POSITION DETAILS: Full time, day shift, 69 hours per pay period, various shifts may be available LOCATION: Madera, CA

The Licensed Vocational Nurse assists the Physician in the delivery of patient care. The LVN is responsible for administering direct patient care, treatments as ordered by the physician, and administering medications as outlined by hospital policy and procedure. Responsibilities: Appraises client's status and situation at hand, contributing to a comprehensive assessment by the Provider. Supports ongoing data collection. Participates in the planning of nursing care needs and implementation of an individualized plan of care. Implements appropriate aspects of care within LVN scope of practice, including laws that are applicable to the LVN practice setting. Reinforces teaching plan for patients with common health problems and well-defined learning needs. Completes assignments in an organized, effective, and efficient manner. Provides direct basic care to assigned patients. Responds to patient/family needs and questions in a timely and appropriate manner. Keeps patients/family informed prior to, during, and after treatments/procedures are performed. Uses supplies and equipment appropriately; documents use in the medical record and records charges appropriately. Complies with the time-keeping system. Prompt in reporting for duty. Accrues no unexcused absences, and no more than three unscheduled absences. Follows nursing policy and procedures in accurate administration of medication, IV therapy, and blood therapy. Recognizes and responds to overt medication reactions. Reports errors to the Provider promptly. Shares information accurately with the supervising Physician in a timely manner. Patient care reflects identification of normal and abnormal signs and symptoms in the patient's physiological status. Patient care identifies the psychosocial needs of the patient and family. Normal/abnormal data is reported to the Provider in a clear, concise, organized, and in timely manner. Documents observations, treatments, nursing interventions, and patient response in the patient record. Follows hospital and/or unit policy for dress and personal hygiene. Follows necessary safety precautions, hospital policies, and departmental policies. Completes infection control, safety, and other assigned education. Follows hospital policies and/or departmental rules. Follows the CHRISTUS Health Guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI). Associate timely completes all required educational assignments. Seeks out new learning experiences. Identifies strengths as well as areas where development would be beneficial. Establishes goals with guidance. Contributes to an environment that is conducive to the clinical education of nursing students, other health care students, and the practice setting. Shares information, explains nursing interventions, and/or demonstrates hospital procedures. Participates in unit quality improvement. Assists with monitoring. Reports problems that interfere with the effective functioning of the unit to the manager/charge nurse. Participates in 80% of prescribed in-service programs and departmental meetings. When unable to attend (20% max), follow up to obtain information discussed. Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of a State Board accredited Vocational School of Nursing or equivalent Experience Six (6) months experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas. AHA BLS - within two (2) weeks of employment Work Schedule: PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed

A currently enrolled nursing student providing a wide variety of services to the customer under the direct supervision of Nursing. Requirements: Currently enrolled in a RN degree program, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (must provide unofficial transcript). Must not be on academic probation and in good standing with current nursing program. Must provide letter of recommendation from a nursing instructor. Must submit a 500-word essay identifying why they chose the field of nursing and how they apply the CHRISTUS Core Values to their individual practice. Must have successfully completed both a "Fundamentals of Nursing" and at least one first-level Medical-Surgical course. AHA BLS certification required. Work Schedule: PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed

Under the supervision and/or direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern I performs various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern I is able to assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern I may be assigned other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies, procedures, and protocols. Requirements: Currently enrolled in an RN accredited school of professional nursing to obtain either an associate degree or a bachelor's degree as an RN. Must have completed their first clinical and be in good standing in the nursing program. Proficient in basic nursing tasks. Six (6) months of experience in a hospital preferred but not required. AHA BLS required within two (2) weeks of employment. Work Schedule: PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed

Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Care Planning Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment. Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference. Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur. Patient Care Provision Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan. Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs. Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate. Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure. Patient Care Evaluation Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis. Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis. Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis. Teaching Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching. Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs. Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed. Acts as role model for health care students and other team members. Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees. Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience. Patient Care Communication Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition. Maintains patient confidentiality. Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others. Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed. Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately. Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Graduate Nurse Permit Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time

Responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Care Planning Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment. Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference. Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur. Patient Care Provision Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan. Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs. Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate. Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure. Patient Care Evaluation Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis. Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis. Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis. Teaching Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching. Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs. Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed. Acts as role model for health care students and other team members. Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees. Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience. Patient Care Communication Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition. Maintains patient confidentiality. Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others. Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed. Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately. Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Graduate Nurse Permit Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time

Under the supervision and/or direction of the Registered Nurse, the Nurse Extern I performs various direct patient care activities in accordance with the Nursing Department policies and procedures. The Nurse Extern I is able to assist with the care of hospitalized patients. The Nurse Extern I may be assigned other functions in accordance with hospital/department policies, procedures, and protocols. Requirements: Currently enrolled in an RN accredited school of professional nursing to obtain either an associate degree or a bachelor's degree as an RN. Must have completed their first clinical and be in good standing in the nursing program. Proficient in basic nursing tasks. Six (6) months of experience in a hospital preferred but not required. AHA BLS required within two (2) weeks of employment. Work Schedule: PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed