Clinical Nurse II, Dermatology

Work Location: Irvine, California
Work Shift: Day – 08hrs

About the role

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for the planning and delivery of family-centered patient care utilizing the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborate with patient/family and other professional disciplines to create a partnership ensuring effective and efficient patient care delivery for the achievement of mutually desired patient outcomes. Support the organization’s vision and mission by promoting and providing excellence in nursing care.

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide family-centered patient care utilizing the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Direct and coordinate nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards.
• Collaborate with patient/family and other professional disciplines to achieve mutually desired patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in response to unexpected changes in workload/staffing.
• Prepare timely and accurate documentation and reports.
• Perform work according to CHOC policies and procedures, professional standards of care, and applicable laws.
• Set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards of care with sensitivity and respect.
• Advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission.
• Understand and exceed customer expectations.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year acute care nursing experience.
• Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition & Stabilization (PEARS) certification.
• Registered Nurse – California (RN) licensure.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 2-3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Pediatric care.
• Preferred experience in education, care coordination, public health, or community clinic.
• Preferred: Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN).

Skills

• Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based on age appropriateness and cultural and spiritual needs.
• Excellent customer satisfaction skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively and positively with others.
• Ability to set goals and evaluate results according to high standards.

Work Environment

• Light to moderate energy level.
• Lift and carry 25-35 lbs.
• Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (e.g., empty bed, stretcher).
• Physical activities include: bending, carrying objects, climbing, keyboard use/repetitive motion, pinching/fine motor activities, push/pull, reaching forward, reaching overhead, sitting, squat/kneel/crawl, standing, talking or hearing, tasting or smelling, twisting, walking, wrist position deviation.
• Lifting requirements:
  • Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Constant (67% or more), Frequent (36-66%), Occasional (0-35%).
  • Lifting (Waist level and above) – Constant (67% or more), Frequent (36-66%), Occasional (0-35%).
• Sensory requirements: color discrimination, depth perception, far vision, hearing, near vision.
• Environmental conditions: airborne communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, chemical exposure, dust particulate matter, extreme noise levels, extreme temperatures, radiation, uneven surfaces or elevations.

Pay

Pay Range:

• Minimum: $52.93 per hour
• Midpoint: $70.13 per hour
• Maximum: $87.32 per hour

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.