RN - 38400543

Adventist Health Sierra Vista; San Luis Obispo (CA); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Adventist Health Sierra Vista is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver comprehensive care in a critical care setting, including supervision of ancillary staff as appropriate.

The role emphasizes managing complex cases with multi-system considerations, aligning with established care protocols and ensuring patient safety. A strong foundation in critical care, telemetry, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team is essential.

Qualifikationen

• RN licensure in state of practice (California)
• Critical care nursing coursework or certification required
• Six months of prior critical care experience preferred
• TNCC within one year of hire or transfer to department
• BLS and ACLS certifications required

Aufgaben

• Provide nursing interventions during stable and emergent patient situations
• Care and maintenance of indwelling catheters and drains
• Medication administration and IV therapy
• Safe operation and monitoring of critical care equipment
• Collaborate with Monitor Technicians and other team members to ensure patient safety and timely interventions

Kenntnisse

Critical care nursing

ECG interpretation

Life support

Teamwork & communication

Medication administration

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

TNCC certification

BLS/ACLS certifications

Jobbeschreibung

Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to provide exceptional nursing care in a critical care setting. This position requires strong planning and coordination abilities, along with the capability to supervise ancillary personnel in accordance with their practice scope.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care to patients experiencing complex conditions, including multi-system failure, respiratory distress, neurological trauma, and those requiring hemodynamic monitoring. Knowledge and proficiency in critical care nursing practices are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provision of appropriate nursing interventions during both stable and emergent patient situations.
• Competency in essential nursing skills, including:
• Medication administration
• Intravenous therapy, including blood product administration
• Care and maintenance of indwelling catheters and drains
• Safe operation of medical equipment utilized in critical care

Understanding and adherence to the established chain of command. Accurate interpretation of ECG rhythms and management of patient care during life-threatening emergencies. Collaboration with Monitor Technicians to verify alarm settings in accordance with policy. Demonstration of knowledge regarding lead functions, patient monitoring recommendations, and management of patients requiring ICP and ventriculostomy monitoring.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate Degree (A.A. or A.S.): Required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing: Preferred
• Completion of a Critical Care Nursing course: Required
• Six months of previous critical care experience: Preferred
• Current RN license in the state of practice: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor: Required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from an approved vendor: Required
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), to be completed within one year of hire or transfer into the department.

Essential Skills

• Ability to provide stable and consistent nursing care in critical situations.
• Proficiency in ECG interpretation and managing life-threatening emergencies.
• Knowledgeable in patient monitoring and safety practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality critical care nursing and meet our qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.