Registered Nurse (RN) - Full-Time, Nights - Immediate Care Unit

Job Summary FULL-TIME (1.0) NOC SHIFT APPROXIMATE PAY RANGE: $55.26 - $64.13 JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse provides direct care in the Skilled- subacute unit. Communicates with physicians / Nurse Director / Co-workers, as appropriate about changes in the patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Consistently uses two patient identifiers when drawing lab, administering medications, and performing procedures.
Does not use unacceptable abbreviations in documentation, (using read back on all telephone orders.)
Consistently follows medication reconciliation policy.
Ensures Crash Cart, defibrillation function has been checked per the protocol and after each code, appropriate items are immediately replaced and indicated by signature on crash cart checklist.
OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards, CDC Guidelines ), and demonstrates appropriate use of personal protective equipment (i.e. gloves, gowns, masks, goggles ) and handwashing techniques.
Able to give a thorough, detailed efficient change of shift report to ensure consistency in the plan of care.
Assists physicians with special tests and procedures in the unit. Maintains a safe environment, functioning with an awareness and application of safety issues identified within the unit/facility, i.e. suction and oxygen immediately available when needed.
Recognizes signs of abuse and reports appropriately to the Adult Protective Services.
Initiates discharge and patient/family education planning with proper documentation on the patient record in Medi-Tech.
Establishes priorities of patient care based on essential needs and available resources of time, equipment, personnel, and supplies.
Formulates, maintains and updates a goal-directed plan of care on patients which is prioritized and based on patient outcomes.
Company Policy: We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources.
Must have a current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California.
Previous six months experience in Acute Care hospital experience or Long Term Care.
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Registered Nurses
Degree Required: High School Diploma/Ged Or Higher

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