Shift: Days
Job Type: Per Diem
Hours:
The Clinical Nurse assumes principal responsibility for the total nursing care, assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation of each assigned patient. The staff nurse initiates teaching and educates the patient and family/or significant other to attain optimal health. Access to all Patient Health Information for treatment purposes only.
- Obtains information and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs.
- Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development.
- Understands the range of treatment needed as appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
- Initiates interdisciplinary communications and incorporates recommendations.
- Consistently demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of the patients served in the Emergency Department.
- Acts as a liaison between patient, physicians, family/significant other and other health disciplines.
- Develops implements and updates an individualized teaching and Emergency Department discharge instructions.
- Initiates and documents progressive patient and family/significant teaching.
- Facilitates the discharge process ensuring all goals are addressed prior to discharge.
- Utilizes current theories and knowledge for accurate assessments and evaluations on Emergency Department patients.
- Completes acuity evaluation on all assigned patients according to Emergency Department protocol.
- Consistently performs proficiently as a novice in the Emergency Department. Including but not limited to: Manages an average caseload specific to unit. Adapts to altered work patterns, sets priorities, and modifies assignments to meet patient needs utilizing available resources and staff ability and availability.
- Administers medications prescribed by physicians according to policy, including IV’s, blood and blood products. Knows actions, indications, contraindications, precautions, adverse reactions, dosage and route of administration on all drugs before administering to patient Verifies against MAR for accuracy on an ongoing basis.
- Consistently recognizes, evaluates and intervenes appropriately in life-threatening situations.
- Consistently checks for new patient orders throughout the shift and implements them in an appropriate timeframe. Completes an end of shift review of physician orders.
- Consistently recognizes variances of diagnostic tests, vital signs and assessments. Notifies the physician in time appropriate to the variance.
- Functions as a charge nurse as assigned.
- Supports changes in clinical practice as evidenced by the plan of care for the patient and subsequent documentation.
- Functions as a resource to co-workers.
- Acts as preceptor, and other duties as assigned.
- Ensures compliance with Departmental policies and procedures. Assume responsibility for knowledge and implementation of policy, procedure, practice, CPG, changes.
- Maintains competence in nursing practice through in services and participation in ongoing continuing education per year. 3 = > 25 CEU or 10 CEU + 3 Units College Credit, 2 = 10 - 24 CEU , 1 = < 10 CEU
- Participates in the Quality Improvement Program.
- Monitors resource utilization and charge completion utilization is inconsistent and or incomplete
- Follows appropriate chain of command for problem resolution approaching problem solving with a positive attitude and suggestions.
- Consistently demonstrates accountability for supervision and communication when assigned with LVN’s , unlicensed assistive personnel, and float personnel.
- Reports, documents, and takes appropriate action (by the end of shift) for incidents and or quality care issues that may affect the patient’s or staff well-being.
- Consistently assesses patients for risk of injury and takes appropriate action to reduce risk and promote safety.
- Uses restraints according to policy and consistently explores other options less restrictive. Accurate documentation demonstrated in medical record.
- Serves as advocate for patient/family by providing information and assists in utilization of available resources and or alternatives for making health care decisions (i.e. advanced directives, ethics consult etc.)
- Handles and disposes hazardous waste safely and appropriately
- Consistently handles oxygen safely
- Consistently practices hand washing and use of protective wear
- Establishes or assesses proper identification prior to delivery of care.
- Requests clarification of Physician orders as necessary.
Required:
1yr or more current Emergency Room experience required
- Current CA Registered Nurse License
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification (maintain current at all times)
- Current American Heart Association ACLS certification (maintain current at all times within 30 days of date of hire)
- Current American Heart Association PALS certification (maintain current at all times within 30 days of date of hire
- Effective verbal and written skills to communicate with people on all levels and able to maintain positive working relationships with parents, families, and co-workers
- Possess active listening skills
- Compassionate and non judgmental care giver and advocate
- Able to independently manage multiple priorities
- Minimum of one year prior experience in Emergency / Trauma environment
Preferred:
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Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!
At Desert Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
