RN – Med/Surg

HiredFirst; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking an experienced nurse in California to deliver coordinated nursing care to patients. Essential duties include supervising nursing staff, developing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must hold RN licensure in California and certifications in CPR/BLS and ACLS. This role is crucial in providing a safe and effective healing environment in a 50-bed unit with 24/7 provider coverage.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in California is required.
• CPR/BLS or equivalent certification required.
• ACLS certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct nursing staff.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Ensure a safe, healing environment for patients.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Pyxis medication system

Cerner IV documentation system

Job description

Job Summary:

Deliver coordinated nursing care for patients according to established standards and the nursing process.

Supervise and direct assigned nursing staff.

Coordinate care with other disciplines using critical thinking, professional discretion, and independent judgment.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) – preferred
• Acute care facility experience – preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• RN licensure in California – required
• CPR/BLS (OR HS-BLS or RQI-BLS) – required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – required

Essential Functions:

• Collect and analyze patient data to determine diagnosis and care issues.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans to achieve outcomes.
• Coordinate care delivery and promote a safe, healing environment.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Provide education to patients, families, and team members.
• Participate in discharge planning for continuity of care.
• Delegate and coordinate duties among healthcare team members.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

• Unit: 50 beds (2 floors, 25 rooms each)
• Medication system: Pyxis
• Documentation system: Cerner IV
• Teams: No-lift teams; pharmacy & phlebotomy 24/7; unit secretary 24/7
• Provider coverage: Intensivist & hospitalist 24/7