Clinical Nurse B-MC (SSN) FIT (Full-time, Night Shift)

Loma Linda•San Bernardino, CA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B-MC (SSN) Flexible Integrated Team (FIT) is part of Loma Linda University Shared Services (LLUSS) supplemental staffing. The FIT nurse operates from a home department and is reassigned to various Loma Linda University Medical Center patient care departments to cover staffing needs due to sick calls, vacations, leaves, or vacancies. This role requires flexibility in accepting assignments. The nurse uses discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide, and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. They perform the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision, adhering to the Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve holistic patient wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support. The nurse functions in a skills mix environment, delegating tasks to unlicensed staff according to their scope of practice. They are expected to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continuously expand their knowledge and skills, particularly in their area of specialty. The role requires meeting qualifications, licensure, certifications, competencies, and staffing requirements as defined by SSN guidelines. Professionalism, excellent customer service, and safe patient care are paramount. The nurse contributes to a caring and cooperative work environment among a diverse workforce and patient population. Participation in on-call rotation may be required based on department needs.

Requirements

Associate Degree or Diploma Degree in Nursing required
Minimum of one years of experience required
Completion of Basic Arrhythmia Recognition and Treatment course or equivalent required within six months of hire
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 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 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
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required

Nice To Haves

Spanish preferred (for speaking, reading, and writing legibly)

Responsibilities

Function out of a home department and be reassigned to a Loma Linda University Medical Center patient care department where additional staffing is needed to cover sick calls, vacations, federal and state legislative leaves or vacancies
Exhibit flexibility and readily accept assignments where needed
Utilize discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment
Perform the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision and in accordance with established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as appropriate
Function in a skills mix environment and delegate tasks to unlicensed staff in accordance with scope of practice
Apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibit self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty
Meet qualifications, licensure, certifications, competencies and staffing requirements as defined by SSN guidelines
Exhibit refined interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care
Contribute 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
Perform other duties as needed