Outpatient Services and Float RN

Plumas District Hospital; Quincy (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plan

Vision plan

PTO

Education reimbursement

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Loan forgiveness opportunities

Training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Plumas District Hospital in Quincy, CA is seeking an Outpatient Services RN to provide comprehensive care for infusion and therapy patients. Responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, patient education, and coordination with Rural Health Clinic staff to ensure timely access to treatments.

The role requires California RN licensure, BLS/CPR, ACLS/PALS within 6 months, and strong communication. Two years acute care experience and EHR proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of California
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire
• Must have excellent communication skills and be competent in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Preferred experience: two (2) years minimum as RN in Acute Care setting and experience with an electronic health record

Responsibilities

• Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals and references
• Completes chart prep and pre-procedure/infusion phone calls for increased compliance and continuity of care
• Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process
• Appropriately completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient arrival to receive therapy
• Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis

Skills

Venipuncture

Pharmacology knowledge

Assessment & critical thinking

Independent work

Compassion & communication

Education

RN license in CA

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Nature and Scope

Under the direct supervision of Director of Acute Clinical Operation Surgical and Outpatient Services, the Outpatient Services and Float Registered Nurse duties include, but are not limited to: Responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to outpatient infusion and therapy patients, including assessment, administration of prescribed treatments, medications, patient monitoring, education and coordination of care to ensure safe, high-quality clinical outcomes. Coordinate care with Rural Health Clinic staff and providers to ensure continuity of treatment and effective communication. Collaborate with outpatient scheduling to arrange infusion and therapy appointments, optimize patient flow, and facilitate timely access to prescribed treatments. Track patient appointments, including no shows and rescheduled visits, to ensure continuity of treatment and timely follow-up care. Prepare patient charts and conduct pre-therapy and infusion phone calls to improve patient compliance, readiness, and accountability for scheduled treatments. Coordinate medication availability with the Medication Room Coordinator to ensure prescribed therapies are available and administered as scheduled. Provide cross-coverage within Perioperative Services and Acute Care Nursing as needed, demonstrating flexibility while supporting safe, efficient, and patient-centered care across multiple clinical settings.

Location

We are located at 1065 Bucks Lake Road, Quincy, CA 95971.

Compensation

Compensation for Benefited, Full-Time Pay Scale

Base Rate: $50.52-$72.03 per hour ($105,081.60 - $149,821.24 annually)

Starting pay is determined using our clinical pay scales, which feature 13 steps recognizing up to 30 years of relevant experience.

Eligible employees may also receive shift differential and holiday pay.

Job Status / Shift Information

Full-Time, benefited

Requires on call

Monday-Friday, 8 hour shifts

Qualifications

Education:

• A graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of California


• Current BLS/CPR certification


• ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire


• Must have excellent communication skills and be competent in Microsoft Word and Excel


• Prefered Experience: Two (2) years minimum experience as Registered Nurse in the Acute Care hospital setting.


• Experience with the use of an electronic health record

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in venipuncture and vascular access devices


• Strong pharmacology knowledge, specifically regarding side effects and dosage calculations


• Exceptional patient assessment and critical thinking skills to manage acute reactions.


• Ability to work independently.


• Compassion and excellent communication skills to support patients undergoing long-term or intense treatment.

Responsibilities

• Follows policies and procedures demonstrate ability to access online manuals and references.


• Completes chart prep and pre-procedure/infusion phone calls for increased compliance and accountability for treatment and continuity of care.


• Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process.


• Appropriately completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient arrival to receive therapy.


• Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis.

Benefits / Perks

Benefits for Eligible Employees

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans


• PDH Employee Discount Program, which waives applicable deductibles and coinsurance for eligible services received at Plumas District Hospital


• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual


• Paid leave for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty


• Employer-sponsored retirement plans featuring:


• A 3% employer contribution


• An employer match of 50% of employee contributions, up to the plan maximum


• $20,000 in employer-paid life insurance


• Voluntary benefit options, including additional life insurance, long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, and identity theft protection


• Potential loan-forgiveness opportunities for eligible healthcare professionals


• Educational and career-development support, including Certified Medical Assistant training, an LVN-to-RN step-up program, and tuition reimbursement


• On average, employer-provided benefits add approximately 40% to the value of an employee's total compensation package.

Perks Available to Employees

• Paid sick leave, with five days awarded annually based on the employee's anticipated work schedule


• Available to benefit-eligible employees and non-benefited employees scheduled to work at least 30 shifts during the calendar year


• An inclusive, supportive, and connected work environment


• Discounted rates at the PDH Child Care Center


• Competitive compensation


• The opportunity for all employees to contribute to an employer-sponsored retirement plan