Staff RN - 6E Medical/Surgical FT Nights

Torrance Memorial; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrance Memorial is seeking a Staff RN to apply the nursing process in caring for bariatric surgery patients. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, following established protocols and ensuring patient safety and education.

Requires active RN license in California, BSN preferred, BCLS/ACLS, and ability to work in a fast-paced team. This on-site role offers competitive hourly compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• RN license in California.
• BSN preferred or working toward degree.
• ACLS or BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing process to develop a care plan for bariatric surgery patients.
• Provide age-appropriate, education-focused care and support.
• Perform Medical/Surgical skills and medication administration safely.
• Participate in professional development and peer review.

Skills

Infection control

Policy adherence

Patient assessment

Communication

Safety standards

Critical thinking

Precepting

Patient education

Resource utilization

Medication safety

Safe patient handling

Education

Bachelor's or MSN Nursing

BSN/MSN completion within 3 years

Job description

Description

The Staff RN uses the nursing process to deliver nursing care to a given patient care population as it relates to the 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 individuals within the assigned 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 with the patient, family, medical staff and others during the continuum of care
• Complies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goals
• Complies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goals
• Interprets common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting process
• Maintains regulatory compliance consistent with quality standards and ethical obligations of the profession
• Participates in activities in alignment with the Magnet Model
• Participates in organizational activities
• Participates in Peer Review
• Participates in professional development activities
• Performs as a preceptor in an active and engaged manner
• Provides age-specific individualized care that supports protection from harm and complies with patient safety centered interventions/bundles
• Provides patient and family education throughout the care of patient
• Uses critical thinking to formulate and carry out a care plan according to patient needs
• Utilizes resources in an economical manner
• Utilizes safe administration of medications
• Utilizes Safe Patient Handling

Department Specific Competencies

• Applies the nursing process to develop a plan of care for the bariatric surgery patient including patient education for pre operative and post operative care and expected outcomes of care.
• Focuses on providing safe and compassionate care to bariatric patients seeking treatment and ensures that proper equipment and furniture are available to meet the needs of the patients and their families.
• Performs all Medical/Surgical skills.

Education

Degree Program Bachelors or Master DegreeNursing

Additional Information

BSN/MSN Degree or Associate degree in Nursing - Bachelors or Masters program with completion within 3 years.

License / Certification Requirements

Registered Nurse LicenseBCLS or ACLS Certification

Compensation Range

$51.33 - $51.83 / Hour