Clinical Nurse (RN) - Outreach Infectious Disease - 1.0 FTE, 08-hour, Day Shift
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse (CN) is an RN who provides hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner, within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirements, standards of care, and hospital policies. Within that role, the CN performs all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data; planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. The CN partners with the patient's family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. As a professional, monitors the quality of nursing care provided. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and maintaining current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population. As a member of the nursing profession, the Clinical Nurse contributes to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise In unit or hospital. Please note: A Nurse who voluntarily agrees to work in a "weekends only" position is not eligible for premium pay under Section 17.2. Our Clinical Nurse (RN) job classification is represented by the Committee for Recognition of Nursing Achievement (CRONA). CRONA is an independent union for Registered Nurses at Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children's Health Stanford. For more information, please visit the CRONA website at https://www.crona.org/. NOTE: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required by the cost center in which the position resides. Please check AskHR for a complete listing of those cost centers requiring the ACLS certification.
Requirements
- Able to communicate effectively in English.
- CA-RN (Registered Nurse).
- Current American Heart Association Certification for Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
- 1 year of RN experience
- 6 months experience within an Ambulatory setting
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university preferred.
Responsibilities
- Establishes Therapeutic Relationships
- Diagnostic and Monitoring Functions
- Plans and Implements Therapeutic Interventions
- Teaching and Coaching, Patient and Staff Teaching
- Effective Management of Rapidly Changing Situations
- Monitors and Ensures Quality Healthcare Practices
- Organization and Work Role Functions
- Priorities
- Management and Delegation
- Education
- Communication
- Leadership
- Professional Practice Evaluation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
