Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Telemetry Unit **$8K Sign-On Bonus**

Kinsley Power Systems; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Presbyterian Hospital seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for the Telemetry Unit. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring effective communication, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Join a supportive environment focused on professional growth and impactful work.

Benefits

Supportive Environment

Professional Development

Teamwork

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of recent nursing experience required.
• Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care and education.
• Collaborate with physicians to evaluate care plans.
• Participate in unit quality initiatives.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Communication

Confidentiality

Medication Administration

Patient Advocacy

Education

ADN degree

BSN degree

Tools

AHA BLS certification

LA City Fire Card certification

AHA ACLS

NIHSS Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Telemetry Unit

About Valley Presbyterian Hospital

Valley Presbyterian Hospital is a beacon of health in the San Fernando Valley, committed to providing outstanding care and improving community health. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse (RN) to fill the role of Registered Nurse/Clin II in our Telemetry Unit, working alongside our dedicated team.

Position: Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Telemetry Unit

What You'll Do: As a Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Telemetry Unit, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities include:

• Patient Care Coordination: Provide comprehensive patient care and education to patients and families in a supportive and therapeutic environment.
• Communication: Maintain professional communication with colleagues, physicians, and healthcare team members, using the SBAR communication format.
• Confidentiality: Adhere to HIPAA and VPH policies, always maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Cross-training: Cross-train to various areas within the hospital according to policy.
• Documentation: Utilize information technology to document care processes efficiently.
• Care Evaluation: Collaborate with physicians and mentors to evaluate and modify care plans based on patient needs.
• Infection Control: Follow Universal Precautions and VPH infection control standards.
• Medication Administration: Administer medications per hospital policy, reporting any errors promptly.
• Nursing Process: Collect and interpret patient data, formulate nursing diagnoses, and assess patient conditions.
• Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patient and family values, beliefs, and standards.
• Discharge Planning: Provide ongoing discharge education and plan effective discharges from admission.
• Patient Satisfaction: Ensure a caring and compassionate approach, keeping patients and families informed.
• Patient Throughput: Support hospital throughput initiatives for timely patient transfers and discharges.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in unit or hospital quality initiatives and projects.
• Professional Image: Exhibit professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of recent nursing experience is required for the department hiring the registered nurse.
• Education: ADN degree required; BSN degree preferred.
• Licensure/Certifications: Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing, AHA BLS certification, LA City Fire Card certification within 30 days of hire.
• Telemetry Requirements: AHAACLS, NIHSS Certification (within 30 days of employment), Annual Critical Care Stroke Swank Stroke Education within 30 days of employment.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive Environment: We prioritize teamwork, professional growth, and a positive work culture.
• Impactful Work: Your role will directly contribute to enhancing patient care and outcomes.
• Professional Development: We offer continuous learning and advancement opportunities to help you grow in your career.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Communication: Maintains professional communication using SBAR format, anticipates physician needs.
• Confidentiality: Adheres to HIPAA and VPH policies, follows ethical and legal guidelines.
• Cross-training: Trains in various areas as per hospital policy.
• Documentation and system use: Utilizes technology for timely documentation, seeks skill improvement.
• Care Evaluation: Collaborates to assess and modify care plans based on patient condition.
• Infection Control: Adheres to precautions and sanitation standards.
• Medication Administration: Administers medications per policy, reports errors promptly.
• Nursing Process: Collects and interprets patient data, performs skills independently.
• Patient Advocacy: Supports patient values and hygiene needs.
• Patient Discharge: Provides ongoing education, plans for effective discharge.
• Patient Satisfaction: Maintains compassionate approach, apologizes for delays, adheres to rounding policy.
• Patient Throughput: Supports timely patient acceptance and discharge.
• PI/Evidence-based Practice: Participates in quality initiatives and projects.
• Professional Image: Exhibits professionalism in all aspects.
• Must fulfill essential job functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care Excellence: Champion a positive patient experience, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and support staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Operational Management: Oversee scheduling, resource availability, and staff assignments to ensure smooth operations.
• Communication & Collaboration: Facilitate clear communication between patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• Performance Improvement: Participate in quality initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Ready to Elevate Your Career? Join us at Valley Presbyterian Hospital and be a part of a team dedicated to excellence in patient care. Apply today to lead, inspire, and make a difference!

$52.08 to $69.24

Per Hour