Clinical Nurse B-CH (SSN) FIT

Loma Linda University Health • San Bernardino, CA

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About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B-CH (SSN) Flexible Integrated Team (FIT) is part of Loma Linda University Shared Services 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 when additional staffing is needed to cover sick calls, vacations, federal and state legislative leaves, or vacancies. The nurse exhibits flexibility and accepts assignments where needed.

Using discretion and independent judgment, the nurse prioritizes, coordinates, provides, and documents direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. The nurse performs the nursing process—assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation—with minimal supervision and in accordance with the Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory), supporting individualized physical, psychosocial, and spiritual wellness and providing compassionate bereavement support as appropriate.

The role works in a skills-mix environment, delegates tasks to unlicensed staff within scope of practice, and applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice. The nurse continually expands knowledge and clinical skills with a focus on the area of specialty, meets SSN qualifications, licensure, certification, competency, and staffing requirements, and contributes to professional, cooperative, culturally responsive care. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or Diploma Degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of one year of experience.
• Completion of a Basic Arrhythmia Recognition and Treatment course or equivalent within six months of hire.
• Basic competencies in clinical nursing and ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice.
• Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation.
• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Ability to speak, read, and write legibly in English with professional quality.
• Ability to use a computer, printer, and relevant software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical records, and electronic event reporting programs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment and perform technical patient care activities.
• Ability to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; follow and enforce policies; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction; think critically; and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math, manage multiple assignments, organize and prioritize workload, solve problems, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
• Sensory and physical abilities needed for patient care and role duties, including distinguishing colors and smells, discerning temperature variances through touch, hearing conversation and workplace sounds, and seeing computer screens, medical records, and written documents.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Accept reassignment to Children's Hospital patient care departments where staffing is needed, including to cover sick calls, vacations, legislative leaves, or vacancies.
• Prioritize, coordinate, provide, and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient-centered care.
• Perform assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation with minimal supervision in accordance with the Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory).
• Support individualized physical, psychosocial, and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as appropriate.
• Delegate tasks to unlicensed staff in accordance with scope of practice.
• Continually expand clinical knowledge and skills with a focus in the area of specialty and population served.
• Meet SSN qualifications, licensure, certification, competency, and staffing requirements.
• Contribute to a caring and cooperative work environment among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
• Perform other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree