Position Overview

This role is for a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) at an advanced clinical level, dedicated to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care within a dynamic healthcare environment. The position demands advanced clinical skills, specialized certifications, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Perform thorough patient assessments to identify needs and develop personalized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments, monitor patient responses, and intervene as necessary.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide safe, efficient, and timely care.
• Advocate for patients, maintaining dignity and confidentiality throughout care delivery.
• Offer empathetic support and education to patients and families regarding medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle changes.
• Promote evidence-based practices in medical-surgical nursing.

Safety and Compliance

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to infection control and institutional policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as The Joint Commission and OSHA.
• Proactively identify and report safety concerns.

Documentation

• Accurately document patient care, interventions, and responses in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) following established standards.

Professional Development and Leadership

• Mentor and precept new nurses and students, fostering professional growth.
• Engage in continuing education and quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource for best practices within the medical-surgical unit.
• Assume Relief Charge Nurse duties as needed.

Emergency Preparedness

• Respond promptly and effectively to patient emergencies, including Rapid Response Team situations.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of two years as a Registered Nurse in a medical-surgical or equivalent setting.
• Proven ability to manage diverse patient caseloads with common medical and surgical conditions.
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-acuity environments requiring quick decision-making and teamwork.
• Oncology experience with chemotherapy administration is required.

Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with medical equipment such as IV pumps and monitors, and medication administration.
• Critical Thinking: Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills to manage acute patient changes.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with five years of relevant experience considered.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in the state of California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate required for oncology roles.
• Orthopedic Nurses Certification (ONC) or Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (CMSRN) preferred depending on unit.

Additional Information

All candidates must successfully complete a physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment. This position offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth and quality patient care within a regional healthcare setting in the Pacific Southwest.