Clinical Nurse

Company: Sharp HealthCare
Location: Riverside
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

HoursShift Start Time:7 PMShift End Time:7:30 AMAdditional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:Every OtherOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$52.560 - $65.190 - $77.810--The stated pay scale reflects the range as defined by the collective bargaining agreement between Sharp HealthCare and Sharp Professional Nurses Network, United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals, NUHHCE, AFSME, AFL-CIO.-- Placement within the range is based on years of RN experience.What You Will DoTo provide direct and indirect nursing services to patients and families.SummaryPCU Heart Failure 5E is a 44 bed unit at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. The unit focuses on--Heart Failure--but can also care for a wide variety of cardiac patients who need continuous cardiac monitoring. Patient population includes, but is not limited to, myocardial infraction, chest pain, unstable angina, cath lab, angioplasty, hypertension, diabetes, and renal failure. The nursing staff is skilled in critical care nursing techniques and an intermediate level of observation of patients that typically includes an assessment of vital signs and other physiological indicators every 4 hours.Bonuses- Qualified external candidates may be eligible for a Sign-on Bonus or Relocation Assistance of $5,000- Sharp employee may be eligible for a $2,500 Employee Referral Bonus- $15K conversion bonus available for current Sharp HealthCare Travelers in lieu of any sign-on and relocation bonuses currently being offered by the departmentRequired Qualifications

• Graduate of nursing school
• One year clinical experience (RNs with less than 12 months experience will complete the new grad requirements)
• California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart AssociationPreferred Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • One year recent Acute Care Medical Surgical/Telemetry/PCU/LTAC/SNF/Post-Acute RN experienceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Independently performs the nursing process through individualized assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of safe, therapeutic, efficient care for patients with overt and subtle needs throughout the continuum of care, and according to unit's standards of care. Performs safe nursing care for patients in more complex situations with some assistance and supervision. Demonstrates competency in all areas of the unit skills and some advanced skills. May teach some skills competencies. Coordinates patient care administered by other members of the care team. May assume the responsibility of relief charge nurse and may assist with preceptorship/professional development of new nurses and students. Uses common equipment and medications safely in the practice setting and consults others when unfamiliar. Recognizes inconsistencies in patient care and manages potential complications. Demonstrates consistent organization and prioritization of workload; confident management of emergency situations. Participates in quality improvement initiatives. Complies with all regulatory and accreditation standards. Demonstrates professional behavior through participation in unit activities and committees as appropriate. Delegates/assigns and communicates expectations for care delivery processes to each member of the team. Teaches skills as necessary. Coordinates patient care administered by other members of the nursing staff. Utilizes a variety of teaching/coaching strategies to assist family through disease process/experience. Promotes clinical effectiveness, efficient use of resources, and quality care in practice setting. Transfers knowledge and mentors others to improve clinical practice. Demonstrates complex problem solving and the use of critical thinking skills.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association

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