Registered Nurse - PICU - Full Time/Nights - Req# 2117944257

Brief DescriptionJob Objective:A Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing care of patients as established by the Nursing Practice Act of the Board of Registered Nursing of the State of California and as guided by policies and procedures of the hospital.Duties and Responsibilities: Nursing ProcessApplies nursing process in direct patient care:Provides accurate assessment and documentation of physiological, psycho social, cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, and spiritual needs of patient as evidenced by assessment within time frame appropriate for level of careProvides logical sequence of action, updates nursing care plan as evidenced by notations on care plan, provides evaluation each shift of patient’s progress In relation to the patient care plan, if applicable to area of careProvides Information to patient/family relating to educational resources available, Directs patient/family educational processProvides discharge planning beginning on admission with appropriate referrals and update as required by the patientAdheres to the admission and transfer criteriaAdheres to all current policies and procedures in providing patient care and seeks clarification if needed.Evaluates and documents outcomes of medical, nursing, and ancillary team interventionsIncorporates time management skills in accomplishing care Nursing Care Delivery ProcessKnowledgeable regarding current nursing practices and proceduresDemonstrates knowledge and use of resources and formsDemonstrates knowledge of hospital structure and administrative resourcesDemonstrates ability to interpret rules and regulationsKnowledge of legal aspects of nursing careDemonstrates knowledge of legal documents pertinent to unit/area of careDemonstrates knowledge of Patient rightsActs as liaison between medical staff and patient care team Technical EquipmentAble to operate technical equipment in area of care, safely, efficiently, and accurately EnvironmentAssists in maintenance of a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environmentAssesses safety/cleanliness of patient/unit environment and reports conditions requiring changeUtilizes resources, equipment, and supplies efficiently and with cost awarenessReports hazardous conditions to appropriate department for correctionUses clean and aseptic techniques for protection of patients and personal safetyPrevents contamination and/or transfer of Infection by use of the Exposure Control Plan and Standard Precautions in daily workDemonstrates knowledge of emergency codes Leadership/ProfessionalismSupervises care provided by othersAssumes responsibility for quality of care givenGives accurate and concise patient care report to appropriate personsGives accurate, concise patient care reportsDemonstrates knowledge of scheduling guidelinesMaintains professional attitude and effective working relationships with fellow staff members, other departments, patients’ families, medical staff and volunteersFunctions appropriately and effectively under pressure. Provides care as part of team effort in crisis or emergency situationAdheres to all privacy laws when dealing with confidential and protected health information (PHI)Maintains the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department informationAdheres to the Code of ConductAdheres to all Antelope Valley Hospital Compliance & Integrity Program policies and procedures including the duty to report compliance violations and the duty to disclose conflicts of interestCompletion of all mandatory initial and annual training within assigned time frames per established guidelinesDemonstrates ethical decision making, integrity, and a willingness to promote a culture of safety CommunicationCommunicates effectively with patients, families, visitors, and physiciansResponsible for problem solving and crisis intervention related to physicians, patients, families, and staffFollows the Chain of Command and Conflict Management process established by AVHDisplays a willingness to follow directions and to accept and utilize constructive criticism Age Specific & Cultural RequirementDemonstrate knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age specific and cultural groupsParticipates in age specific and cultural educational and training programsDemonstrates proficiency in required age specific and cultural competenciesNon-Essential Duties:Participates on unit or hospital based committeesOther duties as assigned, within compliance with Title 22, The Joint Commission, and CMS.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:KnowledgeSupports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of DirectorsConforms to required accreditation standards.Conforms with and supports hospital quality management and performance improvement guidelinesSkillsSkill and ability to follow telephone etiquette/standardsDisplays a willingness to work as a team playerSafely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out dutiesAbilitiesAbility to adhere to all established AVH policies and procedures and to interpret and function under these.Ability to organize work and establish prioritiesAbility to expand on own initiative in performance of dutiesAbility to function effectively under pressure and meet time parametersAbility to relieve clerical staff at desk, or to adopt any function commonly assigned to unlicensedassistive personnel, or as allowed within scope of nursing practice, as neededAbility to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all timesAbility to be flexible in meeting staffing requirements of the facilityAbility to meet basic health requirements and physical job standardsEducation and Experience:EducationAdheres To Required Educational StandardsMaintains current licensure, certifications, education, and physical health standards.Participates in mandatory and/or optional educational activities/offerings. Attends staff meetings regularly and as required by assigned unitDemonstrates knowledge and competency on hospital information technologies used in the designated patient care area.Successfully completes written and practical competencies annually or otherwise as assigned.ExperienceTwo years’ acute care nursing preferred, new grad training provided as appropriateRequired Licensure and/or Certifications:Current California Registered Nursing licenseBCLS CertificationACLS, PALS, and/or other additional Certifications required for some specialty areasPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:Work often performed under stressful, emotional, and physical conditionsAccepts additional workload during times of unexpected circumstances, e.g., high activity, high census, and sudden emergenciesMay be exposed to contaminated instruments that may cause infections, burns, or cutsMay also be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiationA detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.RequirementsCurrent California Registered Nursing licenseBCLS Certification