Clinic RN, Thompson Autism Center (Per Diem)

Rady Children's Health Orange County (CHOC); Orange (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Rady Children's Health Orange County (CHOC) is seeking a Clinic RN to provide family-centered care at the Thompson Autism Center. This per diem, non-benefitted role emphasizes nursing assessment, planning, and coordination to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate has pediatric acute care experience, a BSN, and valid CA RN license, with flexibility for 1–2 shifts per week on weekdays. The CHOC environment values compassionate teamwork and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing with a BSN (effective on offers after Nov 1, 2015).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS); Registered Nurse – CA (RN).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver family-centered patient care using the nursing process.
• Direct and coordinate nursing care for patients per standards of care.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and other disciplines to achieve desired outcomes.
• Support CHOC's mission and promote excellence in nursing care.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

BSN - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

RN license - CA

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day - 08hrs (United States of America)

Why RCH?

At RCH, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at RCH can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. RCH's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary

The Clinic RN position is responsible for the planning and delivery of family-centered patient care utilizing the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborate with patient/family and other professional disciplines. Create a partnership to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery for the achievement of mutually desired patient outcomes. Support the organization’s vision and mission. Promote and provide excellence in nursing care.

Pay Range

Minimum $59.16 Midpoint $59.16 Maximum $61.20

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Position Details

This is a non-benefitted, per diem position supporting the Thompson Autism Center.

The ideal candidate will have flexible availability Monday - Friday to work 1-2 8hr shifts per week.

Experience

• Required: Minimum one (1) year acute care nursing experience with six (6) months in a pediatric setting.
• Preferred: One (1) year of acute care nursing in a pediatric inpatient hospital.

Education

• Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) (effective on all offers made after November 1, 2015).

Training

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS); Registered Nurse – CA (RN).
• Preferred:

Specialized Skills

• Required: Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based upon age appropriateness and cultural and spiritual needs; Excellent customer satisfaction skills; Effective communication skills; Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner; Ability to work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others; Ability to prepare timely and accurate documentation and reports; Ability to perform work according to CHOC's policies and procedures, professional standards of care, and applicable laws; Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in response to unexpected changes in work load/staffing; Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards; care with sensitivity and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations.
• Preferred:

Licensure

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS); Registered Nurse – CA (RN).
• Preferred:

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

• Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement:

RCH does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. RCH will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.