Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU

MemorialCare; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MemorialCare is seeking a Registered Nurse II for the Intensive Care Unit in Fountain Valley, CA. This full-time night-shift position offers a pay range of $51.99–$81.50 per hour and a $20,000 sign-on bonus for external hires, contingent on employment requirements.

The RN will direct and coordinate nursing care, assess patients, implement MD orders, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license is required.
• BSN or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate care for Critical Care patients using nursing process and standards.
• Document data and communicate effectively with care team.
• Supervise unlicensed staff and coordinate MD orders and treatment plans.
• Contribute to quality improvement and patient outcomes.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Computer skills

Education

California RN license

BSN or higher preferred

BLS required

ACLS required

CCRN preferred

Specialty certification preferred

Tools

Order entry

Word processing

Internet usage

Job description

Title: Registered Nurse II

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Department: Intensive Care Unit

Status: Full-time

Shift: Nights (12hr shifts)

Pay Range*: $51.99 hr - $81.50 hr

Sign On Bonus Eligible:$20,000 (signing bonus available to external hires new to MHS employment, contingent upon satisfaction of employment requirements)

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary health care to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our people. Whether it's our recognition as one of the nation's Top 100 Health Systems or outcomes that repeatedly exceed the expected, you'll be energized by our commitment to innovation, continuous learning and your professional and personal growth.

Position Summary:

Utilizing the nursing process and clinical nursing practice standards, the RN is responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for the Critical Care patient in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Nursing Department. Responsibilities include directing unlicensed employee activity, synthesizing patient information, assessment of patients, planning of care/interventions, teaching patients/family, implementation of treatment plan/MD orders, and evaluation of care rendered. The RN must effectively communicate and document data relevant to the care of the patient. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient age, cultural diversity, psychosocial and/or spiritual needs into the patient's plan of care. The RN contributes to the promotion of quality nursing care through performance improvement processes that demonstrates positive outcomes in patient care. In addition, the RN collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure safe and effective patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes.

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Experience:

• Twoyears Critical Care Nursing experience preferred.
• Computer, internet, order entry and word processing experience preferred.

Education/Licensure:

• Current California RN License
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or higher preferred
• Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support Card required
• Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Card required
• Current Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification preferred
• Current Specialty Certification preferred