Specialty Unit Staff RN - Stepdown DOU

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is hiring a Specialty Unit Staff RN for the Stepdown DOU in Panorama City, CA. The role requires delivering professional nursing care, using the nursing process, and leading the care team in alignment with KP policies.

Ideal candidates have a California RN license and at least 1 year in CCU/DOU/SDU or KP-equivalent training, plus BLS, ACLS, and ventilator experience. This part-time night shift position emphasizes patient safety and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• California RN License is required.
• 1 year of recent experience in Critical Care/DOU/SDU or KP equivalent training is needed.
• BLS, ACLS, Basic Arrhythmia training, and ventilator proficiency are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process.
• Uphold Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.
• Lead the health care team and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Develop and contribute to individualized plans of care.
• Monitor patient progress and revise care plans as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and effective pain control.
• Document nursing interventions accurately.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Maintain a safe environment and adhere to safety principles.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and service standards.

Skills

Nursing

Critical Care

Patient Assessment

Team Leadership

Education

California RN License

Tools

Ventilator management

BLS certification

ACLS certification

ECG interpretation

Job description

About This Role

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

Highlights

• Pay: $58 - $80/hour
• Location: Panorama City, CA
• Facility: Panorama City Medical Center
• Schedule: Part-time, Night shift

What You'll Do

• Provide professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process.
• Uphold Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.
• Serve as a leader of the health care team and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Develop and contribute to individualized plans of care.
• Monitor patient progress and revise care plans as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and optimal pain control.
• Document nursing processes and interventions accurately.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Maintain a safe environment and adhere to workplace safety principles.
• Practice customer service standards and ensure patient confidentiality.

Requirements

Education:

• Registered Nurse License (California)

Experience:

• 1-year recent experience in a Critical Care, DOU, or SDU setting, or successful completion of a KP Critical Care, DOU, or SDU course.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Basic Arrhythmia course required
• Ventilator training required

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.