Registered Nurse/Clinical II, ICU Unit **$8K Sign-On Bonus** - 6164Valley Presbyterian • Los Angeles, CA, United States

Registered Nurse / Clinical II, ICU Unit • •$8K Sign-On Bonus • • - 6164

Valley Presbyterian • Los Angeles, CA, United States

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

JOB SUMMARY :

As a Registered Nurse / Clinical II, ICU Unit, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities include :

Patient Care Coordination : Provide comprehensive patient care and education to patients and families in a supportive and therapeutic environment.
Communication : Maintain professional communication with colleagues, physicians, and healthcare team members, using the SBAR communication format.
Confidentiality : Adhere to HIPAA and VPH policies, always maintaining strict confidentiality.
Cross-training : Cross-train to various areas within the hospital according to policy.
Documentation : Utilize information technology to document care processes efficiently.
Care Evaluation : Collaborate with physicians and mentors to evaluate and modify care plans based on patient needs.
Infection Control : Follow Universal Precautions and VPH infection control standards.
Medication Administration : Administer medications per hospital policy, reporting any errors promptly.
Nursing Process : Collect and interpret patient data, formulate nursing diagnoses, and assess patient conditions.
Patient Advocacy : Advocate for patient and family values, beliefs, and standards.
Discharge Planning : Provide ongoing discharge education and plan effective discharges from admission.
Patient Satisfaction : Ensure a caring and compassionate approach, keeping patients and families informed.
Patient Throughput : Support hospital throughput initiatives for timely patient transfers and discharges.
Quality Improvement : Participate in unit or hospital quality initiatives and projects.
Professional Image : Exhibit professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication.

Experience :

Minimum of one (1) year of recent nursing experience is required for the department hiring the registered nurse.

Education :

ADN degree required; BSN degree preferred.

Licensure / Certifications :

Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing, BLS certification, LA City Fire Card certification within 30 days of hire.

ICU Requirements :

ACLS, NIHSS Certification (within 30 days of employment), VPH Annual Stroke Education within 30 days of employment.

Specific Responsibilities :

Communication : Maintains professional communication using SBAR format, anticipates physician needs.

Confidentiality : Adheres to HIPAA and VPH policies, follows ethical and legal guidelines.

Cross-training : Trains in various areas as per hospital policy.

Documentation and system use : Utilizes technology for timely documentation, seeks skill improvement.

Care Evaluation : Collaborates to assess and modify care plans based on patient condition.

Infection Control : Adheres to precautions and sanitation standards.

Medication Administration : Administers medications per policy, reports errors promptly.

Nursing Process : Collects and interprets patient data, performs skills independently.

Patient Advocacy : Supports patient values and hygiene needs.

Patient Discharge : Provides ongoing education, plans for effective discharge.

Patient Satisfaction : Maintains compassionate approach, apologizes for delays, adheres to rounding policy.

Patient Throughput : Supports timely patient acceptance and discharge.

PI / Evidence-based Practice : Participates in quality initiatives and projects.

Professional Image : Exhibits professionalism in all aspects.

Must fulfill essential job functions.

Key Responsibilities :

Patient Care Excellence : Champion a positive patient experience, ensuring high standards of care and safety.

Team Leadership : Mentor and support staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Operational Management : Oversee scheduling, resource availability, and staff assignments to ensure smooth operations.

Communication & Collaboration : Facilitate clear communication between patients, families, staff, and physicians.

Performance Improvement : Participate in quality initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Salary Range : $52.08 to $69.24 per hour

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