Clinical Nurse B-Inpatient~ICU

Loma Linda University Health•Murrieta, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B-Inpatient utilizes discretion and independent judgment to provide, coordinate and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) in accordance with LLUMC-Murrieta's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory). Embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice and 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 and patient population served. Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care. Functions in a skills mix environment and directly supervises and delegates tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff. Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications and competencies as defined in the unit/department-specific Plan for Providing Care. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. May be required to participate in on-call rotation based on department business needs. May be requested to serve in Shift Coordinator role upon completion of Shift Coordinator orientation. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
Minimum of one year experience required.
Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing.
Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure.
Able to speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality.
Use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
Troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
Perform technical patient care activities.
Relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
Be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
Lead, supervise, teach and collaborate.
Accept direction.
Think critically.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Perform basic math functions.
Manage multiple assignments effectively.
Organize and prioritize workload.
Problem solve.
Recall information with accuracy.
Pay close attention to detail.
Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Discern temperature variances through touch.
Hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place.
See adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association required (for Critical Care ICU).
Completion of Basic Arrythmia Recognition Training (BART) or BART Challenge Exam required (for Critical Care ICU).

Nice To Haves

Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) in accordance with LLUMC-Murrieta's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory).
Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty and patient population served.
Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care.
Functions in a skills mix environment and directly supervises and delegates tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff.
Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications and competencies as defined in the unit/department-specific Plan for Providing Care.
Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
May be required to participate in on-call rotation based on department business needs.
May be requested to serve in Shift Coordinator role upon completion of Shift Coordinator orientation.
Performs other duties as needed.