Registered Nurse III - MC/CHC - Surgical Acute Unit

County of Riverside; California (MO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Riverside is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Surgical Acute Unit in RUHS Medical Center.

The ideal RN has 3–5 years of full-time acute care experience, performs assessments, coordinates care with a multidisciplinary team, and delivers safe, quality nursing services. Night shifts with scheduling considerations are described, including 3/12 schedule and on-site work.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license.
• BLS certification.
• NIHSS certification or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assess and care for 4–5 medical-surgical patients.
• Safe medication administration per policy.
• Supervise LVNs and CNAs within scope.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers.
• Document care in EPIC EMR.
• Develop and follow nursing care plans.
• Educate patients and families on care and barriers.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Team supervision

Education

California RN license

BLS certification

NIHSS certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

The County of Riverside's Riverside University Health System, (RUHS), is currently recruiting for an experienced Registered Nurse to work in the Surgical Acute Unit. The ideal candidate will possess at least 3-5 years of full-time Registered Nurse experience working in an acute care facility/hospital.

About The Position

The County of Riverside's Riverside University Health System, (RUHS), is currently recruiting for an experienced Registered Nurse to work in the Surgical Acute Unit. The ideal candidate will possess at least 3-5 years of full-time Registered Nurse experience working in an acute care facility/hospital.

• Manage 4 to 5 medical surgical patients with various levels of acuities, and deliver safe, efficient, and quality care.
• Conduct thorough initial and ongoing assessments of patients and implement necessary nursing interventions in accordance to the scope of nursing practice and physician orders.
• Delegate and supervise appropriate nursing tasks when working with Licensed Vocational Nurses, (LVNs), and Nursing Assistants, within their respective scopes of practice.
• Collaborate with various multidisciplinary team members, (e.g. residents, attending physicians, physical and occupational therapists, case managers, social workers, pharmacists, dieticians, language interpreters, etc.), to provide the best care for patients and their families.
• Perform safe medication administration practices that aligns with the organization’s policies, nursing scope of practice, and regulatory standards.
• Document all cares provided and other appropriate related activities in the delivery of patient care through EPIC electronic charting.
• Develop appropriate nursing plan of care that supports the physician’s medical diagnosis/diagnoses and integrates emotional, psychological, social, and financial components of the patient.
• Provide effective patient/family education and assess any barriers to ensure the patient’s and family’s learning styles, preferred methods of communication and language, and other preferences are considered.
• Promote healing and compliance with care by actively engaging patients and their families for a patient/family-centered approach.
• Address patient's and their family’s needs and preferences timely by responding to call light, purposely hourly rounding, and referring to appropriate healthcare or multidisciplinary team members, if needed for specific areas of specialty.
• Discharge patients safely and follow standards for transition of care.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• A current and valid Registered Nurse License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of California.
• A current and valid Basic Life Support, (BLS), certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• A current and valid National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, (NIHSS), certification issued by the American Heart Association, Blue Cloud-National Stroke Association, or Apex.

Additional Information

Work Schedule: 3/12, Night Shift, 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. Alternating weekend shifts.

Salary Range (Hourly)

• Registered Nurse III - MC/CHC - $53.1735 - $80.2448
• Evening Shift Differential (6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.): $2.50/hour
• Night shift Differential (11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.): $5.00/hour

Meet the Team!

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.

Examples Of Essential Duties

Examples of Essential Duties (may include but not limited to)

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Registered Nurse III - MC/CHC

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.

Other Requirements

License/Certificate: Must possess and maintain a current valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

Possession and maintenance of a current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.

Work Authorization Requirement

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Pre-Employment

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.

Probationary Period

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.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.