Registered Nurse Clinical III, Med/Surg Palliative Care Unit - Full Time Days

Job Details Posting Details Posted on September 25, 2026 Locations Valley Presbyterian Hospital 15107 Vanowen Street Van Nuys, CA 91405, USA On-site Pay or shift range: $57.39 USD to $71.95 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Clinical Services Nursing Full-Time Requisition #: REGIS003259 Description Registered Nurse (RN) – Clinical III, Med/Surg Palliative Care Unit Valley Presbyterian Hospital Lead Clinical Excellence & Deliver Exceptional Patient Care At Valley Presbyterian Hospital, our Clinical III Registered Nurses are experienced clinical leaders who elevate patient care through advanced clinical judgment, mentorship, and collaboration. As a Registered Nurse (Clinical III) , you will coordinate high-quality patient care, guide and support nursing staff, and help drive quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. What You’ll Do Coordinate and deliver comprehensive patient care using the nursing process and evidence-based practice. Serve as a clinical resource, mentor, preceptor, and role model for nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members. Provide charge nurse or relief charge responsibilities as assigned. Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and modify patient care plans based on changing patient conditions. Delegate patient care responsibilities appropriately while supervising care delivery. Administer medications safely and monitor patient responses according to hospital policy. Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions. Communicate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams using the SBAR communication framework. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record. Promote patient safety, infection prevention, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance. Support patient throughput, admissions, transfers, and discharge planning. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, evidence-based practice projects, and regulatory readiness activities. Foster a positive patient experience through compassionate, respectful, and responsive care. What You’ll Bring Advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills. Strong leadership, mentoring, and team collaboration abilities. Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively prioritize, delegate, and coordinate patient care. Dedication to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced acute care environment. Requirements Minimum of2 years of recent acute care RN experiencein the specialty department. CurrentCalifornia Registered Nurse (RN) license. ADN required; BSN preferred. CurrentAHA BLS certification. Ability to obtainLA City Fire Cardwithin 30 days of hire. Ability to obtainManagement of Assaultive Behavior (CPI or equivalent)certification within 30 days of hire. NIHSS certification within 30 days of employment Annual Stroke Education within 30 days of employment Preferred Demonstrated experience serving as a charge nurse, preceptor, mentor, or clinical leader. Active participation in quality improvement, evidence-based practice, or nursing leadership initiatives. Progression through a Clinical Ladder program demonstrating leadership, education, and professional development. Why Valley Presbyterian Hospital Opportunity to practice at an advanced clinical level while mentoring the next generation of nurses. Collaborative, multidisciplinary care environment focused on clinical excellence. Commitment to patient safety, innovation, and evidence-based practice. Mission-driven organization dedicated to delivering exceptional, compassionate care. Professional growth opportunities through leadership development and clinical advancement. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Valley-Presbyterian-Hospita