Position Summary:

We are seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our patient-centered team. Under supervision, the RN provides direct and indirect patient care services in an acute care and/or non-acute care setting. The ideal candidate will support physicians, coordinate care plans, and ensure safe and high-quality outcomes for patients and their families. RNs are also expected to contribute to quality assurance activities, policy review, and ongoing professional development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver patient care based on established hospital policies and evidence-based practices.
Monitor patient progress and document findings accurately in electronic medical records.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized patient care plans.
Administer medications and treatments per provider orders and monitor patient responses.
Respond to emergencies using appropriate nursing interventions and critical judgment.
Adhere to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.
Participate in continuous quality improvement, in-service education, and staff training.
Float or be assigned to units based on patient care needs and organizational priorities.

Qualifications:

Education:

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Experience:

Non-Specialty Units: No minimum experience required – new graduate RNs welcome.
Specialty Units (ICU, ER, OR, etc.): Minimum of one (1) year of acute care RN experience.

Licensure & Certifications:

Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California – Required
BLS (Basic Life Support) – Required
ACLS, PALS, NRP, Basic Arrhythmia, and/or NIH Stroke – May be required based on unit assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of the Nursing Practice Act and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Familiarity with hospital safety, infection control, and quality assurance practices.
Ability to manage emergency situations and make sound clinical decisions under pressure.
Skilled in maintaining accurate records and communication with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong interpersonal skills to establish trust and rapport with patients, families, and coworkers.
Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and sitting.
Must be able to lift and position patients and equipment (up to 50 lbs).
Manual dexterity and sensory acuity required to perform essential functions.
Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Age-Specific Competency:

Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs.

Registered Nurse, DOU Full-time Days