Overview Monterey Park Hospital, a 101-acute care facility located in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County, is seeking a Registered Nurse for our OR . This is a full-time, 8-hour day shift position reporting to the Director of Perioperative Services. Responsibilities The OR RN uses specialized knowledge and skills in the care of patients and families undergoing invasive OR procedures. The OR RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose and evaluate patient care while managing and administering moderate sedation. The OR RN is responsible for providing a safe, efficient, and caring environment, one in which the OR team can function and in which the outcome for the patient is as positive as possible. He/she manages and oversees equipment, instrumentation and supplies of this specialty service, provides patient education and support to the other OR staff. The OR RN will also have responsibilities in providing care and support in our GI lab. The OR RN is knowledgeable in pharmacology and physiological systems, meets and exceeds the CDPH, The Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications BSN preferred. One-year acute care hospital experience in OR/GI Lab preferred. Current CA RN license required. Current BLS (AHA) required. ACLS and PALS (AHA) required within 2 months of employment. For new hires with no Operating Room experience, Periop 101 training is preferred.
Overview Monterey Park Hospital, a 101-acute care facility located in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County, is seeking a Registered Nurse for our OR . This is a full-time, 8-hour day shift position reporting to the Director of Perioperative Services. Responsibilities The OR RN uses specialized knowledge and skills in the care of patients and families undergoing invasive OR procedures. The OR RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose and evaluate patient care while managing and administering moderate sedation. The OR RN is responsible for providing a safe, efficient, and caring environment, one in which the OR team can function and in which the outcome for the patient is as positive as possible. He/she manages and oversees equipment, instrumentation and supplies of this specialty service, provides patient education and support to the other OR staff. The OR RN will also have responsibilities in providing care and support in our GI lab. The OR RN is knowledgeable in pharmacology and physiological systems, meets and exceeds the CDPH, The Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements. Qualifications BSN preferred. One-year acute care hospital experience in OR/GI Lab preferred. Current CA RN license required. Current BLS (AHA) required. ACLS and PALS (AHA) required within 2 months of employment. For new hires with no Operating Room experience, Periop 101 training is preferred.
Overview As a member of the health care team responsible for providing basic nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team or unit. Responsibilities Assists patients with activities of daily living and helps to promote a safe, comfortable environment that fosters the physiological and psychosocial well-being of the patient. Notifies R.N. and/or L.V.N. of relevant changes in the patient’s condition including, but not limited to changes in V.S., level of consciousness and/or pain, breathing pattern, drainage, amount of bleeding, mood, or increase and decrease in capabilities/limitations. Qualifications Recent experience in an acute care setting preferred. Graduate from high school or its equivalent. Current CA C.N.A certification, BLS and MAB.
Overview Overview The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Assessment Performs appropriate nursing history and physical upon admission and on an ongoing basis. Collects and documents patient data. Interviews patients and significant others and completes a history documentation. Documents signs and symptoms that indicate actual and potential problems. Incorporates information in the written assessment from families/significant others and members of the health care team. Assesses safety of the patient care environment. Documents patient/family teaching needs in the patient care plan. Planning In conjunction with the patient and family, develops individualized patient care plan. Identifies short and long-term goals, including discharge planning consistent with established patient care. Documents patient problems and goals requiring intervention, including teaching needs and discharge planning. Provides continuity of care by communicating the plan of care and diagnostic data through the shift report, in accordance with the unit's guidelines. Involves family members and other health care team members in the development of the plan of care as able and appropriate. Revises the initial patient care plan to the changing needs of the patient. Implementation Provides direct nursing care based on the plan of care and established priorities. Sets priorities and gives nursing care based on the patient's needs. Implements the medical care plan as delegated. Follows through with care plan established by other health team members (i.e., P.T., O.T., Speech, etc.). Writes patient discharge plan and makes appropriate referrals. Delegates and guides aspects of care to appropriate personnel based on level of acuity and individual patient needs. Coordinates the activities of other disciplines of the health team to implement the individual care plan. Evaluation Evaluates and documents the patient/family response to nursing interventions related to the stated goals and the overall effectiveness of the care plan. Revises plan of care based on evaluation. Documents the response of the patient to the medical care plan. Documents the response of the patient to nursing interventions. Recognizes alterations in physiological and psychosocial status. Collaborates with other members of the health care team to revise the patient care plan according to changing needs of the patient. Documents revision of the goals and plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Customer Service Consistently strives to implement the unit's customer service standards and to exceed the expectations of patients, families, physicians and visitors. Unit surveys consistently meet or exceed hospital benchmark. Demonstrates customer service commitment to patients by maintaining flexibility in relation to patient assignment, shift assignment and work schedule. All interactions are conducted in a professional manner. Verbal and written feedback from patients, family members/significant others, medical staff visitors and co-workers indicates behavior conducive to positive guest relations. Consistently exhibits appropriate phone protocol, e.g., answers phones promptly and professionally, is courteous and helpful. Interacts with other departments for problem resolution and quality patient care. Maintains a quiet, therapeutic environment in the immediate patient care areas, including at the nursing station. Makes rounds to assigned patients; anticipates patients' needs and answers/responds to the patients' call lights or paging promptly. Professional Conduct Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department or on an as-needed basis or as determined by management. Follows attendance and all other established hospital and department policies. Demonstrates the philosophy of the team concept. Participates in staff meetings with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity. Communicates well with supervisor, reporting problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate. Complies with all safety and infection control standards. Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities. Exhibits willingness to resolve problems as they arise. Consistently project positive professional image through appearance and behavior. Attends 75% of staff meetings or reads and initials minutes. Completes assigned work within shift. Complies with time and attendance policy (i.e., Kronos). Performance Improvement Demonstrates WHMC's commitment to quality through the maximum individual effort of each employee. Consistently works to improve identified unit-specific problems. Consistently works to improve identified hospital-wide system problems. Uses established systems to document occurrences. Professional Growth and Development Completes Annual Updates and Ethics Training within established time frames. Completes general and departmental orientation within established time frames. Attends 80% of in-service programs. Maintains licensure/certification as appropriate. Age-Specific Competencies: Medical/Surgical Nurse Age-Appropriate Care: Assessment - Adolescent: Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient's size and weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assessment - Geriatric: Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms. Assesses for signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect. Assesses need for additional safety measures, i.e., side rails, posey vest, etc. Assesses medication dosages for appropriateness based on patient's size and weight. Informs MD as necessary. Assesses skin integrity; develops plan of care as needed; provides care according to plan. Assessment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Recognizes signs and symptoms of infection. Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosage, including indication, side effects and patient education. Demonstrates understanding of insulin activity, diet and exercise. Recognizes appropriate mobility limitations (i.e., use of abductor pillow, log rolling and traction). Knowledge of Growth and Development - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Recognizes the need to provide reassurance and help in accepting body changes, is non-judgmental and accepting of behavior. Recognizes the patient's need to have control over his/her environment, knowledge and understanding of medical conditions, including plan of care, prognosis and discharge plan. Demonstrates knowledge of physiological deficits in association with the aging process, (i.e., sensory, communicative, cognitive, behavioral). Range of Treatment - Adolescent, Middle Adult & Geriatric: Demonstrates knowledge of CVA, cholecystectomy, UTI, pneumonia, diabetes and hip FX. Cultural-Specific Competencies: Exhibits culturally responsive attitude, including flexibility, empathy, respect and awareness of communication needs. Qualifications Qualifications Physical Demands: Employee must meet physical and mental requirements as identified by the physical activity evaluation form. Minimum Education : Graduate of approved nursing program. Minimum Experience : 1 year acute care experience preferred. Required Certification/Registration : Current California RN License; BLS; proficiency in both written and oral English.
Overview JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation and evaluation, provided to the women and newborns during the antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum and neonatal stages of the childbirth process. The L&D RN is responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical nursing care in the Labor and Delivery Department setting, including, but not limited to, providing labor support and education, monitoring maternal & fetal conditions, and monitoring the mother`s and baby`s vital signs during labor & birth, and managing a variety of potential issues that may arise. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Serves as the Resource nurse role when oriented and as directed. Supports the organization’s vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient's age, developmental status, spiritual and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. The Labor and Delivery RN provides direct care, communicates with physicians / Nurse Director / Co – workers, as appropriate about changes in the patient’s clinical situation including results of diagnostic studies and is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in situation or response to treatment. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing certificate . Licensure in the state of California as a Registered Nurse (RN). Proficient in oral and written communication skills. Ability to practice leadership, interpersonal skills, communication skills, teamwork, quality improvement and excellent customer service, and professionalism. Current California RN license upon hire and maintained. Required Experience: •minimum successful 1 year Couplet care or L&D experience • Required Education: Graduate of approved nursing program certificate BCLS, ACLS, NRP (AHA), upon hire. Basic Fetal Monitoring certificate upon hire, if no current Intermediate/ Advanced Fetal Monitoring course. Other certificates: Breastfeeding Training PT 1 & PT 2, and Intermediate/Advanced Fetal monitoring, within 6 months of hire, Proficiency in both written and oral English Other languages Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) preferred.
