Clinical Nurse B-CH (SSN) FIT - Full-Time, Night Shift

Loma Linda • San Bernardino, CA

95d

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B-CH (SSN) Flexible Integrated Team (FIT) is part of Loma Linda University Shared Services (LLUSS) supplemental staffing. The FIT nurse functions out of a home department and is reassigned to a Loma Linda University Children's Hospital patient care department where additional staffing is needed to cover sick calls, vacations, federal and state legislative leaves or vacancies. Exhibits flexibility and readily accepts assignments where needed. Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision and in accordance with established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as appropriate. Functions in a skills mix environment and delegates tasks to unlicensed staff in accordance with scope of practice. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty. Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications, competencies and staffing requirements as defined by SSN guidelines. Exhibits refined interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or Diploma Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year of experience required.
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia Recognition and Treatment course or equivalent required within six months of hire.
• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak, read and write legibly in English; Spanish preferred.
• Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation.
• Experience with electronic medical records and event reporting programs.

Responsibilities

• Function out of a home department and be reassigned to patient care departments as needed.
• Exhibit flexibility and accept assignments readily.
• Utilize discretion and independent judgment to prioritize and coordinate patient care.
• Provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care.
• Perform the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision.
• Delegate tasks to unlicensed staff in accordance with scope of practice.
• Apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice.
• Expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty.
• Exhibit refined interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Contribute to a caring and cooperative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees