RN - 38474424
Adventist Health Sierra Vista · San Luis Obispo, CA · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Registered Nurse (RN) Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a medical-surgical unit. The role includes planning, coordinating, and delivering care to meet the physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Key Responsibilities Administer nursing interventions in both stable and emergent patient situations.Perform routine nursing skills, including medication administration and intravenous therapy, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.Manage patient care equipment and perform procedures relevant to the medical-surgical setting, including care of catheters and drains.Develop and implement individualized, multidisciplinary care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.Provide health education to patients and families, utilizing appropriate teaching methods tailored to the patient's age and condition.Delegate patient care tasks effectively to ancillary personnel, ensuring compliance with their scope of practice. Qualifications Associate Degree in Nursing or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.Minimum of one year of experience in a medical-surgical setting is required.Current RN license in the state of practice is mandatory.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor is required. Essential Skills Proficient in assessing age-related physiological and emotional needs of patients across various age groups.Competent in managing epidural care, acute post-operative wounds, and maintaining sterile techniques.Capability to assess the patency of vascular systems and respond to physiological changes in patients. This position is represented by a nursing union and offers a collaborative environment focused on quality patient care. If you are a dedicated and compassionate nurse looking to make a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply.