"RN Clinical - 4S Cardiovascular Surgery / Heart + Lung Transplant ICU - Part Time 12 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)"

As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of patient care and education to the patient and family in accordance with the standards, policies, and practices in a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment.

Essential Duties: Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals. Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the Nursing Process. ASSESSMENT: Appropriately completes Nursing Assessment upon patient admission, at each shift and with change of condition. DIAGNOSIS: Interprets assessment information and formulates Nursing Diagnoses. PLAN: Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions. INTERVENTION: Administers medication and IV therapy appropriately. DOCUMENTATION: Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms. EDUCATION: Provides patient/family education as needed. TRANSFER & DISCHARGE: Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. EQUIPMENT: Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately. COMMUNCATION: Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team. ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively. OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals, etc. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL SURGICAL PATIENTS: Demonstrates the ability to manage patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, etc. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT/S: Demonstrates the ability to manage complex critically ill patients. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: Demonstrates the ability to manage high acuity patients. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT: Initiates, performs and terminates all dialysis treatments. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Engages patients in therapeutic interactions. BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: Demonstrates de-escalation techniques. QUALITY MEASURES: Accurately identifies patient that fit Core Measure criteria. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN); Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; 1 year Acute inpatient hospital experience as RN; Excellent communication skills; Knowledge of medical procedures; Committed to excellence in patient care.

Preferred Qualifications: Specialty Certification.

Required Licenses/Certifications: Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing); Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider; Fire Life Safety Training (LA City); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider.