T-7 Medical Surgical ICU Gold RN (CLIN NURSE 2)

Clinical Nurse 2

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position:

• Two (2) years of recent RN experience in an ICU, Med-Surg, Tele or PCU, or nursing experience in critical care in the UC Davis Nurse Residency Program.
• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Certification
• BSN

Key Responsibilities:

• 70% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
• 5% - Leadership
• 5% - Professional Development
• 5% - Research

Department Overview:

MSICU Gold is an 8 bed medical surgical intensive care unit that provides comprehensive care for critically ill adult and pediatric (age 9-18) medical / surgical patients. MSICU Gold is a part of the Children Hospital in caring for adolescent patients requiring critical care. We are committed to providing excellent care that is evidenced-based, technologically precise and patient/family focused. We take pride in our collaborative relationships, interdisciplinary team approach and commitment to quality. Currently, California has only 10 individual ICUs that hold the Gold Beacon for Excellence. This is MSICU Gold's third designation, making this unit a Beacon of Excellence for nine consecutive years.

Position Information:

Salary or Pay Range: $77.41 - $104.16

Salary Frequency: Hourly

Salary Grade: 114

UC Job Title: CLIN NURSE 2

UC Job Code: 009139

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Staff: Career

Percentage of Time: 90%

Shift (Work Schedule): 1845-0715

Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)- Sacramento, CA

Union Representation: NX-Nurses

Benefits Eligible: Yes

This position is 100% on-site

Benefits:

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Physical Demands:

Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands:

Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands:

Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment:

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Works overtime as defined by the collective bargaining agreements; floats to other areas; and works weekends, holidays and call as required.

References reflect an overall meets or exceeds.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment.

This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials.

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements.