Rn Jobs in Bay Area

About The Position

Requirements

• Completion of Medical and Surgical courses at Loma Linda University School of Nursing.
• Transcript with 3.0 GPA in nursing courses.
• Two letters of recommendation (one from faculty).
• Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing duties/skills that were previously learned in nursing school.
• Knowledge of scope of practice for unlicensed healthcare team members.
• Able to read, write legibly and speak in English.
• Use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Outlook, electronic medical record, event reporting system.
• Perform basic non-licensed patient care activities.
• Comprehend and follow-through with instructions.
• Relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
• Be assertive and consistent in following policies.
• Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Collaborate.
• Accept direction.
• Think critically and use good judgment.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Perform basic math functions.
• Manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Organize and prioritize workload.
• Problem solve.
• Recall information with accuracy.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
• Hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care.
• See adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.
• Discern temperature variances through touch.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language proficiency preferred.
• Nursing assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care activities under the supervision of an RN preceptor.
• Performs only those duties/skills previously learned in nursing school with proof of competency.
• Follows LLUMC policies, protocols, techniques, and guidelines.
• Assists RN preceptor in performing the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation).
• Provides compassionate bereavement support as needed.
• Maintains open communication with RN preceptor.
• Takes directions well and follows through with assignments.
• Keeps RN preceptor informed regarding patient requests and status.
• Reports patient observations indicating complications or impending urgent situations.
• Functions within the scope of practice of an unlicensed member of the multidisciplinary health care team.
• Exhibits professionalism in dress, attitude, and clinical practice.
• Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer service.
• Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation.
• Performs other duties as needed.