Clinical RN II- Critical Care

Palomar Health; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Palomar Health seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver coordinated nursing care within an assigned unit and to supervise related clinical activities. You will collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure high‑quality care in line with CA regulations and ANA standards.

Required CA RN license, BLS, and ACLS; 1–2 years of specialized RN experience preferred. The role emphasizes supervising staff and directing patient lifts as needed, in a supportive hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current CA RN License required.
• BLS - Healthcare Provider required.
• ACLS required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 1–2 years RN experience in area of specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or group in an assigned unit.
• Coordinate plan of care with client, family and interdisciplinary team.
• Supervise and direct nursing and ancillary personnel using professional judgment.
• Adhere to CA Nurse Practice Act and ANA standards of practice.
• Observe and direct patient lifts and mobilization as needed.

Skills

Nursing

Care coordination

Supervision

English proficiency

MS Office

Education

RN licensure (CA)

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Pay range: $54.15 - $78.82

Job Responsibilities

Primarily responsible for the delivery of coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients within an assigned unit and for the day-to-day management and supervision of the related clinical activities.

Coordinates plan of care with the client, their family and the interdisciplinary team. Also responsible for supervising and responsibly directing the activities of various levels of assigned nursing and ancillary personnel, utilizing both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment.

Understands and adheres to the California Nurse Practice Act, The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, the ANA Bill of Rights for Registered Nurses and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing.

The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the observation and direction of patient lifts and mobilization and shall participate as needed in patient handling.

Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.

Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail).

Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job.

Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Experience: 1 year of directly related RN experience in area of specialty
• Preferred Experience: 2+ years of directly related RN experience in area of specialty
• Required Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
• American Heart Association recognized Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Preferred Certification: Not Applicable
• Required License: Current CA RN License
• Preferred License: Not Applicable

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Palomar Health invites you to be part of our healthcare team, where we offer extraordinary opportunities for both clinical and non-\-clinical positions.

As a leading healthcare system, we are committed to providing world-\-class care to our community.

When you join our team, you'll have access to our exceptional training programs designed to help you excel in your role and grow your career.