Registered Nurse II, Cardiology Limited Term

Sutter Health; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for the PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation MPD in Burlingame, CA. The role focuses on direct and indirect patient care, developing and implementing nursing care plans, and collaborating with the healthcare team to provide a safe, patient-centered experience.

Requirements include RN license in California, BLS and ACLS, with 2+ years of relevant stepdown and cardiology experience; full-time day schedule; 40 hours per week; and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• RN-Registered Nurse of California.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care to clinic patients and families.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans and patient education.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary plan of care with physicians and healthcare team.

Skills

Nursing theory knowledge

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

PHI/privacy compliance

Medical terminology

EHR familiarity

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Record

MS Word and Outlook

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation MPD

Position Overview:

Preferred Experience:

Two years recent relevant experience

Stepdown PCU experience preferred (1 year or more)

Cardiology Experience preferred (1 year or more)

Provides direct and indirect patient care to clinic patients and their families utilizing the nursing processes of comprehensive patient assessment, development and implementation of nursing care plans and patient education, and on-going evaluation. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.

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Job Description

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RN-Registered Nurse of California
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• Two years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regards to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology
• Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Work independently, as well as being part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI)
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $86.27 to $120.77 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.