Clinical Nurse B-Inpatient - Observation Unit 8300

Loma Linda University Health•Loma Linda, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B - Inpatient utilizes discretion and independent judgment to provide, coordinate and document direct/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'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.
If hired into the CN-B position prior to April 1, 2020, an Associate Degree or Diploma Degree in Nursing required.
Minimum of one year experience required.
Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing.
Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.

Nice To Haves

Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to provide, coordinate and document direct/indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care.
Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation).
Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills.
Exhibits professional behavior and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure.
Speaks, reads and writes legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality.
Uses computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position.
Troubleshoots and calibrates patient care equipment.
Performs technical patient care activities.
Relates and communicates positively, effectively and professionally with others.
Is assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
Leads, supervises, teaches and collaborates.
Accepts direction.
Thinks critically.
Works independently with minimal supervision.
Performs basic math functions.
Manages multiple assignments effectively.
Organizes and prioritizes workload.
Solves problems.
Recalls information with accuracy.
Pays close attention to detail.
Distinguishes colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Distinguishes temperature variances through touch.
Hears sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Identifies and distinguishes various sounds associated with the work place.
Sees adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
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.