Staff Nurse II/III - Surgery

Salinas Valley Health•Salinas, CA

8d•$74 - $89•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves working in the Surgery department under the supervision of the Director. The Registered Nurse II assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individualized patient care according to departmental policies, procedures, and the Nurse Practice Act. The nurse will tailor patient care based on age-appropriate and developmental needs and will direct co-workers in implementing the plan of care. Collaboration with physicians, patients/families, and the healthcare team is essential for delivering a comprehensive plan of care. Positive communication skills are utilized, and the nurse may be required to work on other nursing units based on staff and patient distribution. The ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills for age-appropriate patient care on the assigned unit is necessary. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associates of Science in nursing (ASN) required
Current California RN license.
Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.
Twelve (12) or more months of service as a registered nurse in an acute care setting.
Candidates selected for hire will be required to successfully complete a Pharmacology and EKG Test.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred

Responsibilities

Completes nursing assessment of patient, and documents appropriately into patient record.
Develops a plan of care based upon the assessment of patient, age appropriate and developmental needs of the patient.
Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in developing a plan of care.
Provides, delegates, and coordinates the plan of care.
Initiates, manages, and participates in discharge planning.
Initiates, manages, and participates in patient/family teaching.
Demonstrates implementation skills in accordance with Policies and Procedures.
Evaluates and updates patient’s response to plan of care.
Maintains professional standards by participating in in-services, committees, and performance improvement activities, etc.
Facilitates physiological, psychosocial, and spiritual care of the patient.
Utilizes positive communication skills to effect conflict resolution and team work.
Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment, and supplies.
Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients, and visitors.
Demonstrates necessary flexibility in regard to changes in Hospital or unit activities.
Acts as preceptor and charge nurse as assigned.
Actively participate in achieving departmental goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.