Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Organization:MHLB-Memorial Hospital Los BanosPosition Overview:Accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care in an acute patient setting. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in an assigned area. Develops, implements, and coordinates a plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws and regulations to promote an optimal patient experience.Job Description :EDUCATIONGraduate of an accredited school of nursing.CERTIFICATION & LICENSURERN-Registered Nurse of CaliforniaBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderDEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSUREDepartment: Emergency Department, ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life SupportDepartment: Emergency Department, PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life SupportDepartment: Emergency Department, TNCC-Trauma Nursing Corp Course within 180 Days within 180 Days of hirePREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:2 years nursing experience or successful completion of a Sutter Health Nursing Residency ProgramSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEDemonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize patient care, assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet time sensitive activities.Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook).Work independently as well as be part of the team, while accomplishing multiple interventions in an ever-changing environment.Ability to communicate and engage team members, patients and families in a variety of stressful situations.Use existing procedures and critical thinking to identify and solve routine or complex problemsEnsure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTSSee required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link:License/Certifications:ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association, BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association, PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association, RN-Registered Nurse of California - California Department of Consumer Affairs, TNCC-Trauma Nursing Corp Course - Emergency Nurses AssociationEducation:Associate of Arts (Required)Job Shift:NightsSchedule:Full TimeShift Hours:12Days of the Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:Rotating WeekendsBenefits:YesUnions:NoPosition Status:Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:36Employee Status:RegularNumber of Openings:1This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.