RN Definitive Observation Unit (Step Down)

RN JobRN Definitive Observation Unit (Step Down)ShiftFull Time Nights 12 HRPay Range$47.88 - $74.20LocationPasadena, 91105Apply at WebsiteEmail RecruiterJob DescriptionResponsible for coordination of care to meet identified needs of the patient/family. Supervises the management of patient care utilizing critical thinking and nursing process, discharge planning, resource identification, linking and scheduling patients with required services, monitoring care delivery, advocating for the patient, care planning and evaluating outcomes.Coordinates patient care across the health care continuum, and assists other team members with meeting individual patient needs. This position may require flexibility of hours.QualificationsEDUCATION:Bachelor's degree (BSN) required. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) will be considered if enrolled in a BSN program with degree completion within 2 years of date of hire or date of transfer to an RN position.Experience/TrainingMinimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in acute care area of expertise/equivalent service area required, preferably advanced Med/Surg experience with telemetry and completion of an approved Critical Care Core Curriculum program.Experience with electronic documentation/EHR systems required.Licenses/CertificationsRequired:Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)Current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider (ACLS) issued by American Heart Association (AHA)Current National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification within 30 days of hire/transferPreferredCurrent Critical Care registered Nurse (CCRN) or Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN)About The HospitalSince 1892, we’ve been proud to play a part in Pasadena’s growth, health and vitality. For 131 years, we’ve grown from a small 16-bed hospital to a nationally recognized health care provider.Outstanding care comes from outstanding nurses. It’s really that simple. In every nursing discipline and clinical unit, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your professional capabilities in a highly collaborative and supportive environment.Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai.