Clinical Nurse B-FIT~ED Surge

Loma Linda University Health; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential for bonus availability

Supportive working environment

Job summary

A health organization in Murrieta is seeking a Clinical Nurse B for a full-time night shift. The role involves providing patient-centered care, reassessing assignments based on staffing needs, and maintaining clinical competencies. An active California RN license and one year of nursing experience are required. BLS and ACLS certifications are necessary. This position requires strong communication and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Minimum one year of clinical nursing experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Reassigns to patient care departments as needed.
• Documents age-specific and developmentally appropriate patient care.
• Performs nursing processes with minimal supervision.
• Delegates tasks to unlicensed staff in accordance with scope of practice.

Skills

Clinical nursing competencies

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Associate of Science Degree in Nursing

Enrollment in Bachelor of Science Degree nursing program within six months of hire

Tools

Electronic medical record software

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Outlook

Electronic medical record system

Job description

Overview

ED Surge Unit (Full-time, Night Shift) *May be eligible for bonus

Job Summary: The Clinical Nurse B – Flexible Integrated Team (FIT) is part of Loma Linda University Medical Center‑Murrieta (LLUMC‑Murrieta) float pool. The FIT nurse functions out of a home department and reassigns to a LLUMC‑Murrieta patient care department where additional staffing is needed to cover sick calls, vacations, federal and state legislative leaves or vacancies. Exhibits flexibility and readily accepts assignments where needed. Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age‑specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient‑ centered care in a fast‑paced environment. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision and in accordance with established Professional Practice Model (Duffy’s Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as appropriate. Functions in a skills mix environment and delegates tasks to unlicensed staff in accordance with scope of practice. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self‑motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty. Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications, competencies and staffing requirements as defined by department’s PPC. Exhibits refined interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Reassigns to LLUMC‑Murrieta patient care departments as staffing needs arise (e.g., sick calls, vacations, leaves, vacancies).
• Prioritizes, coordinates, provides and documents age‑specific and developmentally appropriate patient care in a fast‑paced environment.
• Performs the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision per Professional Practice Model guidelines.
• Delegates tasks to unlicensed staff in accordance with scope of practice.
• Maintains self‑motivated growth in knowledge and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty.
• Delivers compassionate bereavement support as appropriate and supports a professional, customer‑service oriented environment.
• Complies with department PPC requirements and contributes to a culturally diverse work environment.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience: Associate of Science Degree in nursing required. If hired after January 1, 2021, enrollment in a Bachelor of Science Degree nursing program within six months of hire with expected completion date two and a half years after enrollment required. Minimum one year of experience required. Employees are eligible to be promoted into the CN‑C FIT classification when criteria outlined in the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) handbook and job specifications outlined in CN‑C FIT job description are met.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty and population served. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure. Able to speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities; relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and enforcing policies; lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction; think critically; work independently 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; discern temperature variances through touch; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.

Licensures and Certifications

Licensures and Certifications: Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.

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