RN DOU - Mercy San Diego - Nights

Scripps Health•San Diego, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse on a Full Time basis in the Definitive Observations Unit (DOU) - Cardiac Stepdown Unit at Scripps Mercy San Diego. The unit has 46 beds and focuses on providing exceptional patient care in a compassionate, welcoming, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 months of RN experience, with at least 6 months in an inpatient setting such as SNF, LTAC, or Acute Care. Experience in PCU, Stepdown, or Tele is preferred. The role involves providing direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient progress. It also includes performing peritoneal dialysis treatments and administration, and taking primary responsibility for patient care as delivered by the Care Team under their supervision, while working collaboratively with other team members.

Requirements

Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing
Current CA RN License
One (1) year of RN experience, 6 months in Stepdown Unit
Current American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider, BLS & ACLS Certification
Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English
Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months of RN experience Tele, DOU, PCU or Stepdown - Cardiac Focus
NIHSS certification
Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Experience with Insulin Drips
PD Certified

Responsibilities

Providing direct patient care within the scope of your practice.
Patient care includes assessment, planning and implementing a plan of care, and evaluating patients' progress towards expected outcomes.
Peritoneal dialysis treatments and administration
With quality patient and family-centered care in mind, the RN takes primary responsibility for the patients' care as delivered by the Care Team under their supervision.
Work collaboratively with other members of the patient care team to ensure optimal patient care.