RN - Surgical Acute - Neuro Ortho Spine - La Jolla - Days

Scripps Health•San Diego, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Registered Nurses in the Neuro, Ortho, Spine Surgical Acute nursing department contribute to a team of medical professionals passionate about providing patient-centered care. The Neuro, Ortho, Spine unit specializes in helping our patients recover from life altering events including strokes, recuperating from brain, spine, hip, and knee surgeries, and improve quality of life through our epilepsy monitoring care. Our team is committed to professional development, interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care, and educating patients and families so they are informed and comfortable throughout their hospitalization. Join our 36 bed Neuro, Ortho, Spine Surgical Acute unit where you will provide direct patient care within your scope of practice including assessment, planning, and implementing a plan of care, and evaluating patients’ progress towards expected goals. You will be responsible for coordinating the care team in pursuit of optimal patient experiences and outcomes while working amongst a team that is dedicated to creating an environment that is focused on restoring function and optimizing care while maintaining the respect, autonomy, and individuality of every patient.

Requirements

One (1) year of recent RN experience
California Registered Nurse License
Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English
Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of recent inpatient acute care RN experience
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Epic EHR

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care within your scope of practice including assessment, planning, and implementing a plan of care, and evaluating patients’ progress towards expected goals.
Coordinate the care team in pursuit of optimal patient experiences and outcomes.
Create an environment that is focused on restoring function and optimizing care while maintaining the respect, autonomy, and individuality of every patient.