ICU Float RN - Fast-Paced Critical Care

Stanford Health Care; California (MO); On-site; USD 132,249 - 152,913; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Clinical Nurse (RN) to provide hands-on care in alignment with California Nursing Practice Act and hospital policies. The role encompasses assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, while collaborating with families and the care team to ensure safety and quality.

Responsibilities include teaching patients and families, participating in staff education, and maintaining licensure and BLS/ACLS certifications as required

Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively in English.
• BSN preferred; CA-RN license required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS may be required by cost center.

Responsibilities

• Establishes therapeutic relationships with patient and family.
• Mobilizes patient strengths toward recovery and participation in care.
• Obtains and interprets assessment data to identify normal vs abnormal.
• Develops and implements an individualized plan of care; safe interventions.
• Teaches self-care and illness prevention to patient and family.
• Educates other staff through formal or informal teaching.
• Recognizes emergencies and activates protocols when needed.
• Monitors care quality and compliance with standards and policies.
• Prioritizes tasks, coordinates with the health care team.
• Communicates effectively in multiple formats; demonstrates leadership.

Skills

English communication

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Stanford Health Care in Palo Alto, CA is seeking a Clinical Nurse (RN) to provide hands-on care in alignment with California Nursing Practice Act and hospital policies. The role encompasses assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care, while collaborating with families and the care team to ensure safety and quality.

Responsibilities include teaching patients and families, participating in staff education, and maintaining licensure and BLS/ACLS certifications as required