Registered Nurse III MC/CHC - Per Diem - SAFE Clinic
County of Riverside
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Riverside University Health System Medical Center in Moreno Valley seeks an experienced Per Diem Registered Nurse III MC/CHC to join the SAFE clinic as a Forensic Examiner. The RN performs evidentiary examinations, collects evidence, and coordinates care under established protocols.
The ideal candidate has at least four years as an RN in an acute care setting, CA RN license, BLS, and SANEs training within 6 months.
Qualifications
- Current CA RN license and BLS certification are required.
- Completion of SANEs training within 6 months of hire is required.
- Minimum four years as an RN in acute care settings.
Responsibilities
- Perform evidentiary forensic examinations per protocols.
- Collect evidence, perform phlebotomy, document findings, and take forensic photos.
- Assess health status, plan care, and discharge planning with follow-up.
- Occasional court appearances may be required.
- Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and payors to ensure quality.
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For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
The Riverside University Health System Medical Center - Sexual Assault and Forensic Evaluation (SAFE) clinic is seeking an experienced Per Diem Registered Nurse III MC/CHC to join our team located in Moreno Valley.
The Registered Nurse will function as a Forensic Examiner who works under protocols established in collaboration with the Medical Director of the Sexual Assault and Forensic Evaluation Clinic. The RN Forensic Examiner performs comprehensive evidentiary examinations following reports of sexual assault, domestic violence, child sexual abuse, child physical abuse, and other forms of interpersonal violence.
The forensic examination includes evidence collection, phlebotomy, documentation of forensic findings, and forensic photography. Additionally, the RN Forensic Examiner evaluates the patient's health status, develops a plan of care, including discharge planning with recommendations for follow-up medical care and diagnostic testing. The position may require occasional travel to court as needed.
The nursing process is demonstrated through the RN’s ability to work under established protocols in assessing, evaluating, planning, coordinating, and providing patient care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and Standardized procedures established by the State of California and departmentally.
The ideal candidate will have at least four (4) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse (RN) in an acute care hospital setting.
- A valid Registered Nurse License to practice in the State of California.
- A valid CA Driver's License.
- A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- Completion of an approved Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training (Adult/Adolescent, Pediatric) within 6 months of hire.
3/12s, Night shift - Hours: 7:00 p.m. to 7.30 a.m.
Must be available a minimum of four (4) shifts per month
- Evening Shift (6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.): $2.50 per hour
- Night Shift (11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.): $5.00 per hour
- Critical Care - $4.00 per hour
*Critical Care differentials will be applied following completion of required specialty training, attainment of all necessary certifications, and departmental determination that the employee is authorized to work independently.
At Riverside University Health System Medical Center, nursing is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in a vibrant and diverse community. Nationally recognized for its forward-thinking and innovative approach to patient care, RUHS Medical Center is also a proud teaching hospital and one of the top employers in the region.
Our 439-bed facility is a designated Level I Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and home to the region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Here, you’ll gain valuable experience across a wide range of specialties, including trauma care, stroke, pediatrics, and critical care.
We are committed to your professional growth, offering continuous education, training, and career development programs in a collaborative, supportive, and rewarding environment. Whether you’re an experienced nurse or just starting your career, RUHS Medical Center provides unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Could you see yourself making a difference here?
Discover more about RUHS Medical Center at www.ruhealth.org .
- Assess, plan, organize, and provide nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with physician instructions; make preliminary observations of patients and prepare patients for medical treatment.
- Assist physicians in administering treatments and in performing medical examinations, diagnostic tests and surgical operations.
- Administer prescribed treatment and medications, including dispensing, as ordered to patients; chart treatment of patients; record and report significant changes in condition and general progress of patients.
- Counsel and advise patients, families and significant others regarding special medical problems and/or proper healthcare methods.
- Prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports; instruct patients in carrying out physician's orders; transcribe physician's orders to working records.
- Provide orientation and training to new staff, residents, medical students, Regional Occupational Program (ROP) participants and nursing students.
- Participate in quality assurance reviews; act as a team leader or relief charge nurse.
- Assign and monitor, the work of subordinate nursing personnel; participate in committee activities; identify staff training needs.
- Triage patients by reviewing admission charts and merging patients into the appropriate patient assignment or clinic flow when appropriate.
- Testify in court as to client's mental and physical condition.
- Coordinate and monitor patients through the hospitalization process utilizing physicians, primary care nurses and third-party payors to maintain quality care and fiscal responsibility.
- Review the post hospital care plan with the patient, /family establishing a contact regarding timeframes and responsibilities; follow care plan through patient discharge.
Education: Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. (A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field may be required for some positions.)
Experience: Equivalent to three years of full time experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care facility or community health agency with references and evaluations to show appropriate skill level. (A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a national certification in a nursing specialty may be substituted for one year of the required experience. A master's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing may be substituted for two years of the required experience.)
Knowledge of: Current principles, techniques and procedures used in professional nursing; medical terminology and patient care routine appropriate to clinical setting; medical instruments and equipment; the uses and effects of medicines and narcotics; community resources available to provide patient care and follow-up; federal, state and local laws and regulations governing professional aspects of nursing; identification of potential discharge needs; payor source documentation requirements and governmental regulations affecting reimbursement.
Ability to: Perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities in a patient care setting; plan and organize nursing plans for patients; prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, patients and fellow employees; secure the cooperation of employees to work effectively together; assist in the instruction of entry‑level nurses and ancillary personnel; keep abreast of developments in area of nursing specialization; evaluate the medical records of hospital admissions; make recommendations regarding continued stay necessity; identify discharge needs.
License: Must possess and maintain a current valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
Certification: A valid and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Completion of an approved Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training within 6 months of hire.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
Please contact Lisette Jimenez at 951-955-5561 or lijimenez@rivco.org . Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment‑based visas.
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non‑job‑related factors.
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre‑employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre‑employment physical examination and background check may be required.
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified
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