Specialty Unit Staff RN - Hospital PACU, Variable Shifts and Schedules

IntelliResume; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Riverside, CA is seeking a Specialty Unit Staff RN to provide professional nursing care in the Hospital PACU, using the nursing process and established standards. This role emphasizes high-quality patient care and individualized care plans in a busy PACU setting.

The position requires an ADN, 1 year of PACU/CC experience, a California RN license, ACLS and BLS certification, with PALS preferred. It is a full-time role with variable shifts and a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• ADN required.
• 1 year of recent PACU or critical care experience.
• Current Registered Nurse License in California.
• ACLS required.
• BLS required.
• PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care in the PACU.
• Develop and contribute to individualized plans of care.
• Monitor patient progress and revise care plans as needed.
• Ensure effective communication with patients and families regarding care and discharge instructions.
• Document nursing processes and interventions accurately.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Uphold policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and coach team members in patient care activities.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Practice customer service standards and ensure patient confidentiality.

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Job description

About This Role

The Specialty Unit Staff RN in the Hospital PACU provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards. This role is ideal for experienced nurses who are flexible and committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

Highlights

• Pay: $62 - $80/hour
• Location: Riverside, CA
• Facility: Riverside Medical Center
• Schedule: Full-time, Variable shifts

What You'll Do

• Provide professional nursing care in the PACU.
• Develop and contribute to individualized plans of care.
• Monitor patient progress and revise care plans as needed.
• Ensure effective communication with patients and families regarding care and discharge instructions.
• Document nursing processes and interventions accurately.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Uphold policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and coach team members in patient care activities.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Practice customer service standards and ensure patient confidentiality.

Requirements

Education

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) required

Experience

• 1-year recent experience in PACU or Critical Care

Licenses & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse License in California
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred

About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They strive to offer a market competitive total rewards package and are dedicated to pay equity and transparency.