RN DOU - Mercy San Diego - Nights

Scripps Health•San Diego, SC

12h•Onsite

About The Position

We invite you to join our 46-bed Definitive Observations Unit (DOU) at Scripps Mercy San Diego. As a designated stroke unit, our highly engaged nurses provide exceptional patient care in a compassionate, welcoming environment. Our nurses thrive in a culture that is team-oriented and focused on quality care. T he ideal candidate will have a minimum 12 months of RN experience with 6 months in an inpatient setting such as SNF, LTAC or Acute Care. Experience in PCU, Stepdown or Tele is preferred. Our Registered Nurses are responsible for providing direct patient care within the scope of his/her practice. Patient care includes assessment, planning and implementing a plan of care and evaluating patients' progress towards expected outcomes. 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 his/her supervision. Works collaboratively with other members of the patient care team to ensure optimal patient care. This is a Full Time (72 hours per pay period), 12-Hour Night Shift, position located at Scripps Mercy San Diego in the community of Hillcrest. New Hire and Relocation Incentive eligible. Ask your Talent Advisor for details. #LI-JS1 The following are not eligible for hiring incentives: Internal candidates Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met : Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter) Must remain in original department/specialty Must remain in original Job Title Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter.

Requirements

Registered nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing
Current CA RN License
One (1) year of RN experience, 6 months in Inpatient environment
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
NIHSS certification
Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Responsibilities

providing direct patient care within the scope of his/her practice
Patient care includes assessment, planning and implementing a plan of care and evaluating patients' progress towards expected outcomes
takes primary responsibility for the patients' care as delivered by the Care Team under his/her supervision
Works collaboratively with other members of the patient care team to ensure optimal patient care