Staff RN 4 W Progressive Care Unit FT Days

Torrance Memorial; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Staff RN to deliver exceptional nursing care to patients. This role involves utilizing the nursing process to assess and address patient needs, ensuring compliance with safety standards and protocols. The ideal candidate will engage in effective communication with patients and families, participate in ongoing professional development, and contribute to organizational quality goals. This position offers a dynamic environment where your critical thinking and nursing expertise will make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of nursing experience in a clinical setting.
• Registered Nurse License and ACLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care using established procedures and protocols.
• Educate patients and families throughout the care process.

Skills

Infection Prevention

Patient Assessment

Effective Communication

Critical Thinking

Medication Administration

Education

College Diploma in Nursing

Job description

The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a specific patient care population within the assigned care setting. Nursing care is based on the interpretation and execution of the medical and nursing plan of treatment, utilizing established procedures, standards, and protocols of the healthcare team during the work shift. The Staff RN provides nursing care to the population served in the unit.

Core Competencies

• Adheres to infection prevention guidelines
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards of practice to deliver safe and optimal care
• Assesses patient history, physiological, and psychosocial status
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, medical staff, and others involved in care
• Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals
• Meets organizational quality dashboard and benchmarking goals
• Interprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting processes
• Maintains regulatory compliance aligned with quality standards and ethical obligations
• Participates in activities aligned with the Magnet Model
• Engages in organizational activities and peer review
• Participates in ongoing professional development
• Serves as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner
• Provides age-specific, individualized care supporting patient safety and intervention bundles
• Educates patients and families throughout the care process
• Uses critical thinking to develop and implement care plans tailored to patient needs
• Utilizes resources efficiently
• Administers medications safely
• Practices safe patient handling

Department Specific Competencies

• Interprets EKG tracings related to drug therapies and disease processes, with appropriate interventions

Education

Degree	Program
College Diploma	Nursing

Experience

Number of Years Experience	Type of Experience
2	Nursing

License / Certification Requirements

• Registered Nurse License
• ACLS Certification from the American Heart Association
• NIHSS certification

Compensation Range: $54.47 - $73.06 per hour