RN CVOR

				Overview:

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation's five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

Responsibilities:

Our General Surgery Department is actively seeking Registered Nurses who demonstrate a commitment to patient care excellence. As a Registered Nurse in our General Surgery unit, you will play a vital role in coordinating, supervising, and implementing patient care, drawing upon your professional expertise, knowledge, and evidence-based practice. You will have the autonomy to practice at the highest standards, consistent with the Nurse Practice Act and our commitment to providing the best possible care.

* Maintain compliance with all established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and standards.
* Utilize clinical knowledge and expertise to plan, evaluate, and coordinate patient care.
* Establish and maintain professional relationships with staff, physicians, patients, and families.
* Document and communicate all relevant patient information to the appropriate team members.
* Demonstrate effective nursing judgment and a thorough understanding of the nursing process.
* Proactively address patient needs during hourly rounds.
* Communicate the plan of care to patients and families, encouraging their active involvement.
* Demonstrate a professional and cooperative manner.
* Administer medications as directed and assess patient responses.
* Demonstrate an understanding of Continuous Performance Improvement.
* Supervise and assign duties to unlicensed assistive personnel.
* Act as a resource for all aspects of the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
* Access the network and utilize electronic applications effectively.
* Serve as a preceptor and role model.
* Collaborate with supervisory staff to identify educational and professional growth needs.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Qualifications:

* Graduate of Accredited RN school of Nursing
* Registered Nurse with current California license required
* Minimum 3 years current acute care registered nursing experience in specialty area required.
* Minimum of one year of experience in a CVOR or related setting
* Current AHA BLS required
* LA City Fire Card required within 90 days of hire.
* Experience with EHR (Cerner MediTech etc) preferred.
* Current certification in specialty area preferred.

This position is represented by SEIU L121RN and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement
			

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