Clinical Nurse II (PPCU) - Periop Float Pool - FT, Days

Clinical Nurse

UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in Orange County, the region's only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.

Position Summary: The clinical nurse will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement a plan of care for a specific group of assigned patients. Performs professional nursing duties that incorporate the psychomotor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other to assess, plan, intervene and advocate for the patient on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. Will evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care, and readiness for discharge and revise plan or make referrals as necessary. Acts as a role model and mentor to a variety of students and nurses new to the unit. Functions as a (PCC) Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager. Required to float between all UCI Health locations.

Required Qualifications: Required to float to all locations of UCI Health as needed PALS certification upon hire At least 1 (one) year ICU or ER experience All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a fast paced, constantly changing environment Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of applicable regulatory requirements Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families Licenses and Certifications: Registered Nurse Pediatric Advanced Life Supp Basic Life Support Advanced Cardiac Life Support Education: Total Rewards We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.