Unit Lead RN: Critical Care & Team Leader

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Downey is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care to patients in a high-acuity setting, applying the nursing process and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes leadership, patient advocacy, documentation, and ongoing education to meet the organization’s mission and standards. Applicants must hold California RN license, BLS/ACLS, and ventilator training; shift details include twelve-hour options.

Qualifications

• 1-year recent full-time equivalent experience in a Critical Care, DOU or SDU setting.
• California RN license with current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Ventilator training is required.
• Adheres to Kaiser Permanente policies, procedures and standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care using the nursing process.
• Lead the health care team, delegate tasks, and ensure accountability.
• Ensure patient safety and adherence to standards of practice.
• Document care accurately in the medical record.
• Participate in discharge planning and patient education.

Skills

Nursing care

Leadership

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Registered Nurse License (California)

Basic Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Job description

Kaiser Permanente Downey is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide professional nursing care to patients in a high-acuity setting, applying the nursing process and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes leadership, patient advocacy, documentation, and ongoing education to meet the organization’s mission and standards. Applicants must hold California RN license, BLS/ACLS, and ventilator training; shift details include twelve-hour options.