Clinical Nurse Resident, Orthopedic Unit

Sutter Health; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to deliver comprehensive nursing care and patient education in a high-quality setting. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, transitions of care, and adherence to policies that ensure patient safety and satisfaction.

The position requires an RN license in the state, BLS, and department-specific certifications; strong communication and privacy practices are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing prior to start date.
• RN license valid in the state of practice.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS/PALS/department-specific certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, coordinate, and evaluate nursing care in patient assignments.
• Provide direct patient care and family education as needed.
• Coordinate transitions of care and discharge planning.
• Maintain patient privacy and PHI in all communications.

Skills

Nursing theory

Care coordination

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

PHI privacy

EPIC/EHR

Communication skills

Education

RN license + accredited nursing program

Tools

EPIC

MS Office

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

MMC-Memorial Medical Center

Position Overview

Performs routine assignments and develops competence by performing structured work assignments. Accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, manages/coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.

Job Description

EDUCATION

• Other: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing prior to start date.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• RN-Registered Nurse for the state where care is provided prior to start date.
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support required for departments requiring cardiac, telemetry monitoring, or OB monitoring as determined by the hiring manager. Hiring manager is responsible for submitting certification additions and renewals for inclusion in Workday
• PALS- Pediatric Advanced Life Support if caring for pediatric patients
• Department: Emergency Department, TNCC-Trauma Nursing Corp Course within 180 Days of hire OR ENPC-Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
• NIHSS-National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale: Any department caring for stroke patients.
• Emergency Department within 90 days.
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU) within 90 days
• Department: Trauma, TNCC-Trauma Nursing Corp Cours
• NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider:
• Family Birthing Center within 30 days
• Labor & Delivery within 30 days
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit within 60 days
• Nursery
• Obstetrics
• Postpartum
• Women's Health Center
• Department: Labor & Delivery, Fetal Monitoring Certificate
• Department: Wound Care, CWOCN-Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse
• Department: Infusion administering Chemo, ONS/ONCC-Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate
• Department: Lactation, CLC-Certified Lactation Consultant
• Department: MMC ICU: TNCC-Trauma Nursing Corp Course within 180 days

OR IBCLC-International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
• Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record (EPIC preferred).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift

Varied

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

12

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Every other Weekend

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

36

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $0.00 to $0.00 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.