Staff Nurse II/III - Surgery

Salinas Valley Health; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health is seeking a Registered Nurse II in Surgery to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualized patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting. You will collaborate with physicians, patients and families, supervise staff, and participate in discharge planning and teaching while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires California RN licensure with BLS, 12+ months in acute care, and a BSN preferred. Shift differentiation and union details apply as listed.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• California RN license and BLS Provider status required.
• 12+ months of service as an RN in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Completes nursing assessment of patient and documents in patient record.
• Develops a plan of care based on patient assessment and age/developmental needs.
• Collaborates with physicians and health team in developing the plan of care.
• Delivers, delegates, and coordinates the plan of care.
• Initiates and participates in discharge planning and patient/family teaching.
• Evaluates patient responses to care and updates plan as needed.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and safety/compliance.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Collaboration

Patient/family education

Team leadership

Education

ASN (Associate of Science in Nursing)

BSN preferred

Job description

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:SurgeryWorks 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: $6.00Job Specifications: Union: CNA Work Shift: Variable FTE: 1.0 Scheduled Hours: 40If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!