Clinical Nurse C-Inpatient Cardiac ICU DAY PART TIME 9A

Loma Linda University Health•Loma Linda, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse C-Inpatient utilizes skilled discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct/indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and in accordance with LLUMC's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support. Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications and competencies as defined in the unit/department-specific Plan for Providing Care. Functions in a skills mix environment and effectively supervises and delegates tasks to a team of licensed and unlicensed staff in accordance with level of competency. Skillfully resolves disagreements/conflicts among team members as needed. 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. Inspires and adopts the transformation of evidence into bed-side practice to optimize patient outcomes. Functions within the expectations of an accomplished professional nurse and meets nursing excellence standards to achieve and maintain Magnet Recognition as outlined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Represents nursing as an empowered profession and readily embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements. Provides a positive influence to facilitate change and optimize patient satisfaction and outcomes. Engages in opportunities to directly and/or indirectly influence decision-making for bedside clinical practice by supporting and/or participating in professional/shared governance councils, committees, task forces and staff meetings. Exhibits refined interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient 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-C position prior to April 1, 2020, an Associate Degree or Diploma Degree in Nursing required.
Minimum of two years' experience required.
External hires into the CN-C position are granted one year to meet CN-C criteria outlined in the Clinical Nurse Ladder handbook.
Demonstrates advanced competencies in clinical nursing.
Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills.
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.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
Other certifications required as listed in the department-specific Plan for Providing Care.

Nice To Haves

Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Utilizes skilled discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct/indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care.
Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently.
Supervises and delegates tasks to a team of licensed and unlicensed staff.
Resolves disagreements/conflicts among team members.
Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills.
Transforms evidence into bed-side practice to optimize patient outcomes.
Engages in opportunities to influence decision-making for bedside clinical practice.
Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation.
May be required to participate in on-call rotation.
May be requested to serve in Shift Coordinator role.