Registered Nurse RN Hospital, Emergency or ICU

RN ICUJob Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs our ICU Nurse at California Hospital Medical Center you will monitor patients who are critically ill and unstable following extensive injury surgery or life-threatening disease.You will begin each shift by taking report from a nursing teammate before making your rounds. You will provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician with a chest tube or central line providing wound care ensuring patients MRI or CT or administering medications.To thrive in this role you will depend on your ability to multitask and react. You'll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However your sound judgment during an emergency and rapid response are impressive putting you on the radar for advancement.Assesses plans and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfortAnticipates identifies and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and familiesGuides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patientsMaintains knowledge of equipment setup maintenance and use (i.e. IV pumps monitoring equipment and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessaryInitiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation protecting patient from injury)Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e. emptying drainage devices ambulating and hygiene)If you are committed to social justice health equity and prepared to deliver care in new innovative ways you belong with us.Job RequirementsActive Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California1 year ICU acute care experienceBasic Life Support (BLS) certification - American Heart AssociationAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification - American Heart AssociationBasic or Advanced Dysrythmia CertificationCrisis Prevention Institute Training (within 90 days from date of hire)LA City Fire Safety Training (within 90 days from date of hire)