Clinical Nurse B-Inpatient ~ 15A Surgical & Trauma Care Unit Adult (NOC)

Loma Linda•Loma Linda, CA

6d•$53 - $71

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B - Inpatient uses discretion and independent judgment to provide, coordinate, and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. The role performs the nursing process—assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation—in accordance with LLUMC's Professional Practice Model, Duffy's Quality Caring Theory. The nurse applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice, embraces new knowledge and practice improvements, and continually develops clinical knowledge and skills focused on the specialty and population served. The position requires professional interpersonal skills that support excellent customer service and safe patient care. Working in a skills-mix environment, the nurse directly supervises and delegates tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff, and meets qualifications, licensure, certifications, and competencies outlined in the unit- or department-specific Plan for Providing Care. The nurse contributes to a caring and cooperative environment among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Participation in an on-call rotation may be required based on departmental needs. After completing Shift Coordinator orientation, the nurse may be asked to serve in that role. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Loma Linda University Health is a faith- and values-based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities. The institution's mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ, and its core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork, and wholeness.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN); for employees hired into the CN-B position before April 1, 2020, an Associate Degree or Diploma Degree in Nursing is required.
At least one year of experience.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Other certifications as required by the department-specific Plan for Providing Care.
Basic competencies in clinical nursing and ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice.
Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation.
Professional conduct, calmness under pressure, and courteous communication.
Ability to speak, read, and write legibly in English with professional quality.
Ability to use computers, printers, 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, 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 abilities needed for patient care and work tasks, 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

Spanish language skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide, coordinate, and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient-centered care.
Perform assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation according to LLUMC's Professional Practice Model.
Apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expand clinical knowledge and skills in the area of specialty and patient population served.
Promote professionalism, excellent customer service, and safe patient care.
Supervise and delegate tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff in a skills-mix environment.
Meet qualifications, licensure, certification, and competency requirements in the department-specific Plan for Providing Care.
Contribute to a caring and cooperative work environment among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
Participate in an on-call rotation if required by departmental business needs.
May serve as Shift Coordinator after completing the required orientation.
Perform other duties as needed.