Registered Nurse - ED (FT nights)

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC Children's in Orange, CA is seeking a Clinical Nurse II for night shifts ready to deliver family-centered care. You will plan and coordinate nursing care using the nursing process, guiding patients and families through care decisions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires CA RN licensure, a BSN is preferred, and prior pediatric emergency/critical care experience is advantageous. This position supports CHOC’s mission and patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in California is required.
• BSN degree preferred or in progress.
• Experience in emergency/critical care settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver family-centered nursing care using the nursing process.
• Direct and coordinate nursing care for patients.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Family-centered care

Excellent communication

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Patient advocacy

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) in California

BSN preferred

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Night – 12hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Job Summary

The Clinical Nurse II is responsible for the planning and delivery of family-centered patient care utilizing the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards. This position collaborates with patient/family and other professional disciplines to create a partnership to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery for the achievement of mutually desired patient outcomes. The Clinical Nurse II works to support the organization’s vision and mission while promoting and providing excellence in nursing care.

Pay Range

Minimum $58.40 Midpoint $73.00 Maximum $91.25

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Minimum two (2) years of nursing experience in an emergency, critical care or acute care setting.
• Preferred: Previous pediatric emergency department experience.

Education

• Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) (effective on all offers made after November 1, 2015).

Specialized Skills

• Required: Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based upon age appropriateness and cultural and spiritual needs; Excellent customer satisfaction skills; Effective communication skills; Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner; Ability to work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others; Ability to prepare timely and accurate documentation and reports; Ability to perform work according to CHOC policies and procedures, professional standards of care, and applicable laws; Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in response to unexpected changes in work load/staffing; Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards; care with sensitivity and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC’s mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations.

Licensure

• Required: Registered Nurse - California (RN), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Basic Life Support (BLS); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Comprehensive Crisis Management within 3 months of hire; Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) within 6 months of hire.
• Preferred: Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN) , Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP).

Work Environments - Functional Demand

Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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