Staff Nurse II (MPHS CNA), Med-Surg (Evening shift)
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Organization:MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical CenterPosition
Overview: The Registered Nurse, following the scope and standards
of professional nursing practice, provides comprehensive
patient-family centered care addressing potential and actual health
and illness problems for patients and families.
A Registered Nurse, who, under the supervision of the Nurse
Manager/ Director, has continual opportunity to exercise initiative
and independent professional judgment, uses the nursing process to
provide comprehensive patient centered nursing care for assigned
patients; and as a primary member of a nursing care team, guides
and monitors work of paraprofessional and other team members. This
care is performed as a part of a customer focused, service oriented
team that incorporates the values of Mills Peninsula Health
Services in a confidential environment. The Registered Nurse
integrates the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the Patients' Bill
of Rights, Professional Scope and Standards of Practice and
pertinent Specialty Standards into his or her nursing practice.Job
Description:These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and
Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most
descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to
revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed
when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies,
staff changes, workload, or technical development).JOB
ACCOUNTABILITIESProvides care to a defined patient/family
assignment: Utilizes the nursing process and standards of nursing
practice to deliver care for assigned patients. The process
includes assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation,
evaluation, outcomes identification and care coordination of the
medical (dependent) and nursing (independent) plan of care for
patient and family Creates and maintains an individualized Care
plans formulated in collaboration with the patient and family/ and
other disciplines to meet the goals of the care event (hospital
stay or episode of care). Provides comprehensive nursing care that
includes, but is not limited to, physical care, provision of a safe
environment, emotional support and administration of prescribed
medications, intravenous therapy, and providing health care
education as indicated. Patient-centered and responsive to
patient/family needs, including those who are not directly assigned
Engages in continuous patient/family education while providing care
Ensures patient/family understands discharge instructions and plan
for next level of service. Care is age appropriateCommunications:
Communicates and documents the patients response to the plan of
care. Consistently evaluates and updates the care plan, informing
others of changes in patient response in timely and assertive
manner. Acts to resolve patient care issues in manner that is
patient centered, and upholds ethical standards of practice while
supporting team members. Understands the need to continually
evaluate and reassess patient care problems and contributes to this
dynamic process. Keeps current with department/organization
communications to participate in the work environment
Communications are effective and professional at all times
Completes documentation timely to facilitate team member access to
information Maintains confidentiality of patient dataCollaboration:
Coordinates care of other professional Disciplines and Supervises
Nursing Care performed by Ancillary care team. Implements the
medical and nursing care plans by performing direct care /or
delegating tasks as appropriate, which are fundamental to nursing
practice in an acute care setting. Coordinates the care of the
patient through referrals, direct and indirect communication,
participation in rounds and care conferences with physicians and
other disciplines. Contributes positively to the department work
environment, serves as Charge RN and other unit roles as eligible,
participates in unit governance.Professional Development Identifies
own learning needs and pursues ongoing self-development to maintain
competency in clinical skills through continued education and
professional growth. Demonstrates ongoing development toward
attainment of proficiency in core competencies of the department.
Expresses understanding of current health care concepts and teach
same to patient/families and other staff members Completes
mandatory education by deadline and maintains current licensure and
certifications.Professional Leadership Behaviors: Acts as a role
model of professional behaviors for other team members; takes
initiative to solve problems, assumes accountability for patients
and families, is team oriented and supportive of other team
members. Thinks critically and takes actions to execute decisions
that advance the patients plan of care. Shows commitment to unit
and hospital standards, philosophy and values Orients, guides and
evaluates nursing team members and students Promotes healthy and
safe work environmentEvidence-Based Practice & Outcomes Monitoring
Assumes a professional leadership role in improving the quality of
the health care delivery system. Participates in unit outcomes
monitoring and performance improvements Self-monitors care to
complete core measures actions, documentation and patient safety
strategies such as using SBAR, completing post-event huddles and
other activities. Decision-making is supported by evidence and
seeks out evidence to support practice changesResource Stewardship:
Utilizes human and material resources to maximize the quality of
health care and minimize the patient cost Delivers care in a manner
that minimizes waste, is defect free and, streamlines processes
from patient perspectiveEDUCATIONEquivalent experience will be
accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.HS DiplomaOther:
Graduation from accredited School of NursingBachelor's: MinimumOR
Master's:CERTIFICATION & LICENSURERN-Registered Nurse of
CaliforniaManagement of Assaultive Behavior certificationOR
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderCertification in
SpecialtyPREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:Sufficient
previous clinical experience in nursingStaff Nurse II: Registered
Nurse who has completed a total of twelve full-time months nursing
experience in an acute hospital or comparable clinical area within
the last three years.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEKnowledge of the
pathophysiology, common treatments, medications, complications and
prevention strategies for area of clinical practiceKnowledge of
QSEN Competencies: Quality and Patient Safety Education core
nursing competenciesThorough knowledge of nursing process and/or
surgical proceduresThorough knowledge of medical terminology,
anatomy and physiologyDemonstrates excellent communication and
interpersonal skills to promote effective with patient/families and
staff interactionsAble to navigate electronic health record (EHR)
and successfully complete competencyIntravenous treatments, wound
care and medication administration skills at competent
levelDemonstrates flexibility , self-motivation Must be able to
communicate effectively in both verbal and written EnglishMust have
visual and hearing acuityPay Range: $72.48 - $98.09/ HourlyThe
salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range
as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any
specific geographic differential applicable by area where the
position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several
factors including but not limited to a candidates experience,
education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity,
training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of
the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles
also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. Job
Shift:EveningsSchedule:Part TimeShift Hours:8Days of the
Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:Every other
WeekendBenefits:YesUnions:YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly
Hours:32Employee Status:RegularNumber of Openings:1This position
may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport,
dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or
potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.Sutter Health is
an equal opportunity employer
EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Schedule/Shift: Regular/ Evenings
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