Clinical Nurse B-Inpatient~Med Tele/Onc

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.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing.
Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty and population served.
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.
Able to use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
Able to perform technical patient care activities.
Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
Able to lead, supervise, teach and collaborate.
Able to accept direction.
Able to think critically.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Able to perform basic math functions.
Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
Able to organize and prioritize workload.
Able to problem solve.
Able to recall information with accuracy.
Able to pay close attention to detail.
Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Able to discern temperature variances through touch.
Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place.
Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.

Nice To Haves

Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to provide, coordinate and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care.
Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation).
Embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice.
Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills.
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.