Staff Nurse II/III - Observation Care Unit

Salinas Valley Radiologists, Inc.; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Radiologists, Inc. is seeking a Staff Nurse II/III for the Observation Care Unit in Salinas, CA. The ideal candidate will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care while collaborating with healthcare professionals. Responsibilities include developing care plans, providing education, and maintaining professional standards.

Requirements include an ASN degree, California RN license, and a minimum of one year in acute care. Shift differentials are offered. Enjoy a supportive working environment where caring for patients is the priority.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Minimum 12 months experience in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Completes nursing assessment and documents appropriately.
• Develops a patient care plan based on assessments.
• Coordinates care with healthcare team members.
• Initiates and participates in discharge planning.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care planning

Collaboration with healthcare team

Communication skills

Education

Associates of Science in nursing (ASN)

BSN preferred

Job description

## Staff Nurse II/III - Observation Care UnitApplylocations: Salinas, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: SVH-103279**It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!***We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.*## ## Department:5M Observation Care UnitWorks under the supervision of the Director. The Registered Nurse II assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individualized care in a patient care area according to departmental policies and procedures and Nurse Practice Act. She/he will individualize patient care based upon the age appropriate and developmental needs and will accept responsibility for the direction of co-workers in the implementation of the plan of care. Collaborates with physicians, patient/families and members of the health care team in delivering a plan of care. Utilizes positive communication skills. May be required to work on other nursing units according to distribution of staff and patients. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned.**Primary Duties:*** Completes nursing assessment of patient, and documents appropriately into patient record.* Develops a plan of care based upon the assessment of patient, age appropriate and developmental needs of the patient.* Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in developing a plan of care.* Provides, delegates, and coordinates the plan of care.* Initiates, manages, and participates in discharge planning.* Initiates, manages, and participates in patient/family teaching.* Demonstrates implementation skills in accordance with Policies and Procedures.* Evaluates and updates patient’s response to plan of care.* Maintains professional standards by participating in in-services, committees, and performance improvement activities, etc.* Facilitates physiological, psychosocial, and spiritual care of the patient.* Utilizes positive communication skills to effect conflict resolution and team work.* Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment, and supplies.* Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients, and visitors.* Demonstrates necessary flexibility in regard to changes in Hospital or unit activities.* Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her unit.* Acts as preceptor and charge nurse as assigned.* Actively participate in achieving departmental goals.* Performs other duties as assigned.**Job Requirements:****Education:** Associates of Science in nursing (ASN) required, BSN preferred.**Licenses:** Current California RN license. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.**Experience:**Twelve (12) or more months of service as a registered nurse in an acute care setting. Candidates selected for hire will be required to successfully complete a Pharmacology and EKG Test.**Pay Range:** The hourly rate for this position is $73.62 - $89.49 The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.**Shift Differentials:**Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $3.00Hourly Night Shift Differential: $6.00**Job Specifications:**● Union: CNA### ### ● Work Shift: Day Shift### ### ● FTE: 0.9### ### ● Scheduled Hours: 36