RN Jobs in Westminster, CA

RN II

Overview The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the obstetrical patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS). The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Labor & Delivery Nurses provide care and support for women before, during and after delivery of an infant. They are responsible for making sure that the medical and emotional needs of the patient are met throughout birthing process. Responsibilities Assessment: Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and ongoing basis. Collects and documents patient data. Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. Assess safety of the patient care environment. Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning: In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individual patient care plan. Identifies short and long term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation : Provides direct nursing care based on he plan of care and established priorities. Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. Implements the medial care plan as delegated. Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc). Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. Revises plan of care based on evaluation. Documents the response of the patient to the medical are plan. Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations and satisfaction levels of patients, families, physicians and other customers. As observed, all interactions are conducted in a professional manner; is supportive and consistently demonstrates the Target 100 standards. Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff, visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol (e.g, answers phone promptly is courteous and helpful). Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly Performance Improvement Serves as a role model in implementing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology. Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide system problems. Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Conduct Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the unit on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concepts. Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Consistently projects positive professional image through appearance and behavior. Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. Completes assigned work within shift. Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., KRONOS). Professional Growth and Development Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. Attends 80% of unit staff meetings and in-service programs. Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Qualifications Minimum Education: Minimum Experience: One year Labor & Delivery experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration: Current California RN license, BLS, ACLS, NRP and Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification required. Labor & Delivery SpecialtyCourse preferred.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Services

Prime Healthcare La Palma, CA

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Founded in 1972, La Palma Intercommunity Hospital is a 141-bed acute-care community hospital and the only hospital in La Palma. Our highly qualified team is committed to providing outstanding service in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Patients treated at La Palma Intercommunity Hospital benefit from the expertise of a large hospital system in a smaller, more personal setting. For more information visit www.lapalmaintercommunityhospital.com. Responsibilities The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Telemetry. The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her patients in the Emergency Department. They communicate with the physician about the changes in the patient’s clinical condition including results of the diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is capable of responding quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Is knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and Hospital Social Worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality. Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. Current and valid state RN License.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 4. Current PALS certificate and/or ENPC 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 5. Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire. 6. Minimum of one year experience as a staff nurse RN in an acute care hospital setting; E.R. setting preferred.7. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred.8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below): 1. In Paramedic Base Station ED: MICN within 12 months of hire and maintain current. 2. EDAP certified facilities: Completion of emergency pediatric course 1 and 2 within 6 months of hire.3. Non-OB facilities: NRP certificate 90 days upon hire and maintain current.4. Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNNC) within 12 months of hire required. Pay Transparency La Palma Intercommunity Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $45.73 to $61.47. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. Employment Status Full Time Shift Variable Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf Privacy Notice Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf

RN, Clinical Manager

AHMC Healthcare Whittier, CA

Overview The Clinical Manager is responsible and accountable for the quality of staff and functions during their shift. Directly supervises and communicates with all staff along with the Department Director. Assists the Department Director in the daily operation of the unit, directing, supervising and evaluating personnel, ensuring the proper use of time, equipment and staff. Ensure the efficient functions of the department. Performs direct patient care, only as needed, within the scope of practice. Continually assess care and direct staff to make immediate changes in the plan of care. Responsibilities Coordination of Unit Functioning Assists the Unit Director in identifying equipment and supply needs for the unit. Assists the Unit Director of identifying problems with equipment utilization. Identifies nursing problems for investigation. Coordinates staff schedule. Reviews/revises policies and procedures. Serves as a resource to other nursing staff for problem-solving. Helps others to use hospital resources. Review hours worked payroll reports (Ultipro). Communicates with other departments as needed to provide efficient and appropriate patient care. Supports management decisions. Demonstrates knowledge of resource consumption, to include utilization of resources, procedures and lengths of stay; actively intervenes as needed. Leadership Supports the mission, vision and philosophy at WHMC. Pro-actively identifies problems and participates in solutions; follows up as appropriate. Observes and evaluates unit staff's ability to perform assigned duties and provides feedback to the director as needed. Assists individual staff members in identifying their own learning needs. Assists in completing performance appraisals for selected staff as delegated by Unit Director. Participates in interviews of potential employees. Under the direction of the Unit Director, may hire, counsel, suspend and/or terminate staff. Maintains nursing hours according to set standards. Participates in assigned committees/task forces. Takes lead on projects and completes in a timely manner. Patient Care - Assessment Rounds on all patients daily. Serves as a role model in assessment skills. Assesses the care being delivered to patients on assigned unit in accordance with policies, procedures and standards of care of WHMC. Patient Care - Planning Serves as a role model in planning skills. Recommends discharge planning needs/issues to appropriate case management staff. Contributes to the development of more complex patient care plans. Serves as a resource to staff for complex patients. Patient Care - Implementation Serves as role model in patient care and patient/family/significant other teaching. Assigns staff RNs patient care assignments. Supervises, supports and coaches others in utilizing the nursing process with all patients on the unit. Assists others in utilizing available care planning resources; assigns RNs to attend and participate in multidisciplinary case management meetings. Demonstrates nursing process consistently with all patients. Utilizes other health team members as resources. Patient Care - Evaluation Reviews nursing process documentation done by unit personnel, as delegated by the Unit Director. Assists the Unit Director in identifying unit educational needs in relation to the nursing process. Assists the Unit Director and staff to evaluate outcomes of patient care conferences in terms of productivity and interaction of group members. Monitors and evaluates the quality of care being delivered to patients in the assigned unit. Monitors the quality of and outcomes of patient/family teaching done on assigned units. Customer Service Consistently strives to understand, anticipate and meet the needs, expectations and satisfaction levels of patients, physicians and other customers. As observed, all interactions are conducted in a professional manner; is supportive and consistently demonstrates the Target 100 standards. Promptly addresses all negative patient complaints with the appropriate staff person or department to ensure satisfactory resolution. Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff, visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol (e.g., answers phone promptly, is courteous and helpful). Consistently contributes to the team effort (e.g., assists co-workers when need is observed or upon requires; offers constructive suggestions rather than complaints). Consistently displays cheerful and positive attitude. Unit customer service scores consistently meet or exceed hospital/unit benchmarks. Performance Improvement Serves as a role model in implementing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology. Errors, inefficiencies and inaccuracies are brought to management's attention, with suggestions for improvement. Measures and collects data and reports progress against quality goals. Assists Unit Director with regulatory preparations and compliance. Assures that all PI studies and audits are completed each shift or as required by the particular PI initiative. Professional Conduct Employees have the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the unit on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. Follows established hospital and department policies. Participates in group projects and staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. Communicates well with the supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Consistently projects positive professional image through appearance and behavior. Professional Growth and Development Sets goals for self; meets with Unit Director to evaluate progress on own plans and goals for self-development for professional growth. Evaluates own clinical leadership skills in terms of patient/staff outcomes observed. Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. Attends 80% of unit staff meetings and in-service programs. Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies Assessment Adolescent Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. Geriatric Evaluates age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. Assesses for signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assesses need for additional safety measures, e.g., side rails, posey vest, etc. Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses skin integrity; develops a plan of care as needed. Provides care according to plan/direction. Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage including indication, side effects and patient education. Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. Recognizes appropriate mobility limitations, e.g., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction. Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes; is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environmental, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, e.g., sensory communicative, cognitive, behavioral. Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric Demonstrates knowledge of emergent patient presentations in all age ranges from neonatal to geriatric. Strongly recommended is the pursuit of Certified Emergency Nurse designation. Unit-Specific Competencies Chest tubes Central IV lines Restraints Alaris IV Pump Arrhythmia Recognition Pediatric emergencies Ventilator (Selected Nurses) Chemotherapy (Selected Nurses) Qualifications Minimum Education: BSN preferred. Minimum Experience: One year ED or Critical Care RN experience; ER Charge/Supervisory experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration: Current R.N. license, BLS required; ACLS and PALS. AB 508

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4 months ago

RN II

AHMC Healthcare Whittier, CA

Overview The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. Collects and documents patient data. Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. Assesses safety of the patient care environment. Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. Implements the medical care plan as delegated. Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. Revises plan of care based on evaluation. Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. Collaborates with other members of health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Performance Improvement Serves as a role model in implementing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology. Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide problems. Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Conduct Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. Completes assigned work within shift. Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Professional Growth and Development Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. Attends 80% of in-service programs. Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies Assessment Adolescent Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. Geriatric Evaluates for age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. Assesses for signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assesses need for additional safety measure, e.g., side rails, posey vest, etc. Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient size & weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses skin integrity, develops plan of care as needed. Provides care according to plan/direction. Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage including indication, side effects and patient education. Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. Recognizes appropriate mobility limitation, e.g., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction. Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes; is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environmental, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, e.g., sensory, communicative, cognitive, behavioral. Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Demonstrates knowledge of CVA, cholecystectomy, UTI, pneumonia, diabetes, hip FX. Qualifications Minimum Education: Minimum Experience: 1 year acute care experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration: Current California License, BLS and PALS required.

PEDIATRIC HOSPICE RN CASE MANAGER

Anchor Health Los Angeles, CA

PEDIATRIC HOSPICE RN CASE MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION Overview The Hospice Pediatric RN Case Manager will work with our Pediatric team. Primarily responsible for providing professional nursing care to assigned patients. With input from the IDT (interdisciplinary team), patient and family, assesses, develops, implements and evaluates the plan of care. Ensures appropriate communication and plan of care coordination to all internal/external customers All successful candidates must be fully vaccinated, subject to certain limited exceptions required by applicable law. Our Mission: To enhance the quality of life for those nearing the end of life’s journey and for those who grieve. We place a high importance on our employees and reward staff in several ways such as: • Competitive hospice industry compensation • Benefits package with multiple plan offerings and generous employer contribution • 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match • Supportive work culture which encourages work life balance • Substantial Paid Time Off, paid holidays & birthday benefit • Employee development program managed by in-house education department to support individualized orientation and professional growth needs. • Monthly mileage reimbursement • Employee Referral Program • Business casual attire for office staff Responsibilities JOB DUTIES/KNOWLEDGE/JOB PERFORMANCE: • Develops written plan of care in coordination with an interdisciplinary Team (IDT). • Oversees implementation of plan, evaluates and changes plan as necessary to meet patient/family needs. • Responsible for the direction of care provided by LVN and HA in accordance with patient’s plan of care. • Responsible for the supervision of services provided by the LVN and HA per TEH policy and regulatory requirements. • Communicates all changes to IDT and primary MD. • Performs job duties in clinical areas as stated in clinical competency checklist, policies/procedures, standards of care, and critical competencies based on Scope of Practice. • Maintains timely patient documentation using “point care” electronic charting. • Implements and maintains established hospice policies and procedures as well as Standards of Care and regulatory requirements. • Provides health care instruction to patient and family members. • Orients, instructs, and trains assigned personnel. • Participates in providing 24 hour, seven days a week coverage to patients/families (on-call and census fluctuation). • Performs admission assessment and admission when necessary. DEGREE OF TRAVEL: • Travel required for patient visits. • Occasional travel for educational purposes. Qualifications: • Must have Associates Degree, Bachelor Degree preferred. • Must have one year of acute or hospice pediatric experience • At least 12 months experience with 1-2 years preferred in acute care. • Current CA RN license. • Current CA driver’s license with proof of insurance. • Current CPR/BLS • Prefer certification as hospice nurse. • Pediatric experience preferred. • Proof of recent TB test result • Bilingual preferred. • Computer skills (word processing), use of adding machine, calculator, fax, photocopier.