Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Emergency Department Unit **$8K Sign-On Bonus**

$108,326 - $144,019/Yr

Valley Presbyterian Hospital - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Hospitals

About the position

The Registered Nurse/Clinical II position in the Emergency Department Unit at Valley Presbyterian Hospital is a full-time role focused on delivering high-quality patient care. The nurse will be responsible for coordinating patient care, maintaining professional communication, adhering to confidentiality standards, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. This role requires a commitment to patient advocacy and effective discharge planning, ensuring a compassionate approach to patient interactions.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care and education to patients and families.
• Maintain professional communication with colleagues, physicians, and healthcare team members using the SBAR format.
• Adhere to HIPAA and VPH policies, maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Cross-train to various areas within the hospital according to policy.
• Utilize information technology to document care processes efficiently.
• Collaborate with physicians and mentors to evaluate and modify care plans based on patient needs.
• Follow Universal Precautions and VPH infection control standards.
• Administer medications per hospital policy, reporting any errors promptly.
• Collect and interpret patient data, formulate nursing diagnoses, and assess patient conditions.
• Advocate for patient and family values, beliefs, and standards.
• Provide ongoing discharge education and plan effective discharges from admission.
• Ensure a caring and compassionate approach, keeping patients and families informed.
• Support hospital throughput initiatives for timely patient transfers and discharges.
• Participate in unit or hospital quality initiatives and projects.
• Exhibit professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication.

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of recent nursing experience is required.
• ADN degree required; BSN degree preferred.
• Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• BLS certification required.
• LA City Fire Card certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required.
• PALS certification (to be obtained within the first 30 days of employment or transfer).
• Management of Aggressive Behavior Certification (to be obtained within the first 30 days of employment or transfer).
• NIHSS Certification (to be obtained within the first 30 days of employment or transfer).
• Annual Critical Care Swank Stroke Education (to be obtained within the first 30 days of employment or transfer).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in an emergency department setting.
• Advanced certifications in nursing specialties.

Benefits

• $8K Sign-On Bonus
• Supportive work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Impactful work contributing to patient care and outcomes