Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Operating Room Unit **$8K Sign-On Bonus**

JOB SUMMARY: 


* As a Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Operating Room Unit, you'll play a vital role in ensuring safe, high-quality patient care.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:


* Minimum one (1) year of recent nursing experience, preferably in an acute care setting as a registered nurse and for the department to which the registered nurse is hired. 

EDUCATION:


* ADN Degree required; BSN Degree preferred.

LICENSURES/CERTIFICATION:


* Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing


* Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification


* Must successfully complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification at the time of hire or within the first 30 days of employment.


* Specialty-specific certifications as required


* ACLS for RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assistant) certification preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :


* Communication: Maintains professional communication using SBAR format, prepares relevant patient data before contacting physicians.


* Confidentiality: Ensures strict confidentiality according to HIPAA and VPH policies.


* Cross-training: Cross-trains in all areas within floating cluster as per hospital policy.


* Documentation and system utilization: Uses information technology for timely documentation and seeks to improve computer skills independently.


* Evaluation of care: Collaborates with preceptor/mentor and physicians to evaluate care effectiveness and modifies plans accordingly.


* Infection control: Adheres to Universal Precautions and infection control standards.


* Medication administration: Administers medications per hospital policy and reports errors promptly.


* Nursing process, assessment, and diagnosis: Collects and interprets patient data, formulates nursing diagnoses, and performs skills independently with validated competency.


* Patient advocate: Advocates for patient and family values, addresses hygiene needs consistently.


* Patient discharge process: Provides discharge education and plans effectively upon admission.


* Patient Satisfaction: Maintains compassionate approach, keeps patients informed, apologizes for delays, and adheres to hourly rounding policy.


* Patient Throughput: Supports initiatives for timely patient acceptance and transfer/discharge.


* PI/Evidenced-based practice: Participates in quality initiatives and PI projects.


* Professional image: Exhibits professionalism in appearance, conduct, communication, and behavior.

Key Responsibilities:


* Patient Care Excellence: Champion a positive patient experience, ensuring high standards of care and safety.


* Team Leadership: Mentor and support staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.


* Operational Management: Oversee scheduling, resource availability, and staff assignments to ensure smooth operations.


* Communication & Collaboration: Facilitate clear communication between pat...