RN Staff - 6E/W Medical Surgical Stepdown – Full Time 12 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)

About the role

The Registered Nurse provides therapeutic care to patients following the nursing process. They are responsible for coordinating patient care and education, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and managing regulatory agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills essential duties including medication administration, patient care procedures, and delegation of tasks.
• Documents patient care accurately and regularly updates plans of care based on patient outcomes.
• Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team and ensures timely hand-offs and reports.
• Maintains a safe practice environment and follows infection control procedures.
• Manages patients with various surgical and medical conditions, including those requiring advanced therapeutic modalities.
• Participates in quality measures and professional development activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Less than 1 year of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices and medical procedures.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license from the CA Board of Registered Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association (required for certain departments).

Qualifications

• Specialty certifications preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions necessary for successful performance.
• Ability to identify patients who meet core measure criteria and document accordingly.
• Participation in data collection and process improvements related to nurse-sensitive quality indicators.

Benefits

Keck Hospital offers competitive compensation, including a range of $44.00 - $95.00 per hour, and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

$44.00 - $95.00 per hour

Schedule

Hours vary based on department needs and patient load.