Registered Nurse-Med/Surg Acute

Prime Healthcare•Sherman Oaks, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sherman Oaks Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Medical/Surgical Acute unit. This 153-bed, not-for-profit, acute-care community hospital is known for its advanced technology and compassionate care. The hospital has received numerous accolades, including being recognized as a "100 Top Hospital" by Fortune/Merative and holding an "A" grade in patient safety from The Leapfrog Group.

Requirements

Current and valid state RN License.
Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
Previous Acute Care hospital experience.
Ventilator Management experience.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice.
Directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care within the Medical/Surgical Unit.
Directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients.
Communicates with physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including cardiac monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
Able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.