Clinical Nurse II - Surgical Step Down Unit - FT, Nights
About The Position
The clinical nurse will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement a plan of care for a specific group of assigned patients. Performs professional nursing duties that incorporate the psychomotor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other to assess, plan, intervene and advocate for the patient on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care. Will evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care, and readiness for discharge and revise plan or make referrals as necessary. Acts as a role model and mentor to a variety of students and nurses new to the unit. Functions as a (PCC) Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager.
Requirements
- All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
- Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
- 2 years of stepdown experience minimum or completion of 6 month UC Irvine Medical Center Clinical Nurse I SSDU Program
- Registered Nurse license
- Basic Life Support certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of applicable regulatory requirements
- Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement a plan of care for a specific group of assigned patients
- Perform professional nursing duties that incorporate the psychomotor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other to assess, plan, intervene and advocate for the patient on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care
- Evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care, and readiness for discharge and revise plan or make referrals as necessary
- Act as a role model and mentor to a variety of students and nurses new to the unit
- Function as a (PCC) Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Sick time
- Vacation time
- Retirement savings plans
- Access to a number of discounts and perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
