PIH Health
Registered Nurse (RN), Same Day Surgery, PACU, Full Time, Days
PIH Health, Whittier, California, us, 90607
Job Description
The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care including assessments, care plan, education, and evaluation for assigned patients. Performs patient duties necessary to maintain the flow of patient care as well as coordinates the delivery of care provided by other care team members and disciplines.
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Required Skills
RN MDS/DSD Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:Written and verbal communications.Basic organization.Proficient with computer.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.RN PPS Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:
Demonstrated leadership ability.Written and verbal communication skills, negotiation and confrontation skills.Computer skillsOrganizational, prioritization, to include time management skillsDemonstrates a commitment to customer service and an ability to meet the needs andexpectations of patients and colleagues.Knowledge of the IRF-PAI process and Function Independent Modifiers (FIM) systemCreative, motivated, goal oriented and able to complete assignments independentlyCardiology:
Strong verbal, written and computer skills.Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control and safety.Adaptability.Principles of patient/family teaching.Knowledge and experience with administering of IV and PO drugs and their possible adverse reactions.Knowledge of diagnostic test and their preparations.Knowledge in the legal aspects of nursing.Knowledge and demonstrated skill using special equipment such as monitors, oxygen equipment, SPO2 monitors, EKG machines, defibrillators, etc.Honest, dependable, conscientious.Excellent communication skills.Critical Care:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Disaster Resource Center:
Expert clinical performance and knowledge in the area of emergency nursing.Expert knowledge emergency preparedness activities and understanding of the HICS structure.Teaching and staff development skills.Ability to plan, organize, and implement daily schedule and assigned duties.High degree of competence in establishing interpersonal relationships.Ability to function within the rules and regulations of L.A. County EMSA.Basic computer skills.MCIN Emergency:
Demonstrates fluency in English communication, to include reading, writing, and verbal communication.Basic organizational skills to include ability to follow directions as outlined in policies or given by supervisor.Basic EKG interpretationDemonstrates good interpersonal skillsKnowledge of legal implications of nursingDemonstrates appropriate critical intervention skillsDemonstrates knowledge of and abides by rules and regulations of Pre-hospital Care as outlined by LA CountyEMSA.GI Services:
Demonstrates good English communication skills, written and verbal communications, an interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teachingBasic EKG skillsMaternal Child Care:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.NICU:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.Patient Flow Facilitator Nursing Administration:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skillsBasic organizational skills.Basic computer skillsDemonstrated leadership abilitiesExcellent patient assessment skillsPrinciples of patient/family teachingCertified Lactation Educator Nursing Administration:
Principles and methods of adult educationRefined written and verbal communication skillsAbility to plan, organize, prioritize, and evaluateStrong customer service and interpersonal skillsClinical education related to specialtyIndependent performerAbility to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentNurse Navigator Outpatient Care Center:
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, written and verbal.Strong organizational skills and analytical abilities.Demonstrated leadership abilities focusing on self-direction/empowerment.Knowledge of adult education principles.Strong clinical assessment skills.Strong clinical knowledge of cancer disease management & treatment modalities.Basic computer skills.Ability to promote team-building among an interdisciplinary team.PACU:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational/time management skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated ability to apply the nursing process to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.Must have successfully completed a basic EKG course or have evidence of proficiency through testing.Perinatal Specialty Perinatal Center:
Strong written and verbal communication skillsPositive interpersonal skills/guest relationsStrong organizational abilityDemonstrated leadership abilityDemonstrated competence in limited ultrasoundPatient assessment SkillsKnowledge of perinatologyPrinciples of adult learningSame Day Surgery/Surgery:
Demonstrates good English communication skillsKnowledge of nursing processBasic organization skillsDemonstrates ability to work with othersBasic EKG skillsDSD Coordinator TCU:
Written and verbal communications.Basic organization.Proficient with computer.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.Required Experience
RN MDS/DSD Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:
Current California RN licenseBSN degree requiredEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom educationPrior experience in long term care settingKnowledge of Title XXII, OBRA, MDS and Medicare regulationsKnowledge/experience in adult teaching methods.Current Director of Staff Development certification (DSD)Current Basic Life Support CardRN PPS Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:
Required:
Current California RN LicenseCurrent CPR certificationTwo years clinical experience in an acute care facilityPreferred:
BSN or currently enrolled in BSN program
Cardiology:
Required:
Current California RN licenseEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in, ambulatory care nursingCurrent American Heart Association BLS and ACLS Certification12 Lead electrocardiogram and arrhythmia detection knowledgePreferred:
BSN/MSNCardiology ExperienceBilingual English/Spanish communication skillsCritical Care:
Current California RN licenseEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom educationCurrent Basic Life Support CardBasic EKG interpretation required within 6 months of hire dateACLS certification required (for new RN graduates within 6 months)Critical Care Course required within one year of hireEmergency Preparedness Coordinator Disaster Resource Center:
Bachelor of Science preferredCurrent licensure as a registered nurse in CaliforniaCurrent BCLS certificationCurrent ACLS certificationCurrent PALS certificationEvidence of continuing education and self-development in emergency nursing and emergency preparednessOne year as an MICN certified in Los Angeles CountyOne year of management experience preferredBasic windows and mouse skills preferred.Non-violent crisis intervention training annuallyMCIN Emergency:
Valid California RN License with evidence of continuing education 30 units per two years and 48 hours of Pre-hospital Care approved coursesCurrent BLS certificationCurrent ACLS certificationCurrent PALS certificationExperience in use of critical intervention skills (preferably Emergency Department)Formal hospital orientationCurrent MICN CertificationBasic windows and mouse skills preferredNon-violent crisis intervention training annuallyGI Services:
Current California RN licenseACLS card within 1 year of hire/transfer for nurses providing direct patient care.Conscious Sedation module completed within 1 year of hire or transfer to departmentPrevious GI Lab experience preferred1 year med/surg experienceMaternal Child Care:
Current California RN licenseEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom education in Maternal-ChildCare as appropriate for clinical specialtyCurrent CPR, PAL and NRP care as appropriate for clinical specialtyNICU:
Current California RN licenseCurrent BLS and NRP care as appropriate for clinical specialtyPatient Flow Facilitator Nursing Administration:
Current California RN license (BSN/MSN preferred)Evidence of continuing educationCurrent Basic Life Support CardCurrent Advanced Cardiac Life Support CardCertified Lactation Educator Nursing Administration:
Current California RN licenseCertification as a lactation educatorDemonstrate teaching ability in formal and informal settingEvidence of continuing education2 years experience in Maternal Child CareCurrent BLS cardCurrent NRP cardNurse Navigator Outpatient Care Center:
Required:
Current California RN licenseOCN required or needs to be obtained within one yearMember of professional organizationsMinimum 2 years of working with oncology patientsPreferred:
BSN preferredMSN preferredChemo-certification preferredCurrent BCLS certificationPACU:
Current California RN license.Evidence of continuing education.Current BCLS card and ACLS certification;PALS required within 6 months of hire.Demonstrates expertise in direct patient care pre/post operative nursing.Critical care/ER experience and/or have demonstrated competency in EKG interpretation.Prior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom education in critical care.Perinatal Specialty Perinatal Center:
Current California RN LicenseEvidence of continuing educationFetal monitoringExperience in an acute care facility or formal classroom education in Maternal Child HealthCurrent CPR cardSame Day Surgery/Surgery:
Current California RN licenseCurrent BCLS certificationFor PACU nurses, one year in a critical care areaFor OR nurses, previous experience.DSD Coordinator TCU:
Current California RN licenseBSN degree requiredEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom educationPrior experience in long term care settingKnowledge of Title XXII, OBRA, MDS and Medicare regulationsKnowledge/experience in adult teaching methods.Current Director of Staff Development certification (DSD)Current Basic Life Support Card
The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care including assessments, care plan, education, and evaluation for assigned patients. Performs patient duties necessary to maintain the flow of patient care as well as coordinates the delivery of care provided by other care team members and disciplines.
PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.
Required Skills
RN MDS/DSD Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:Written and verbal communications.Basic organization.Proficient with computer.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.RN PPS Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:
Demonstrated leadership ability.Written and verbal communication skills, negotiation and confrontation skills.Computer skillsOrganizational, prioritization, to include time management skillsDemonstrates a commitment to customer service and an ability to meet the needs andexpectations of patients and colleagues.Knowledge of the IRF-PAI process and Function Independent Modifiers (FIM) systemCreative, motivated, goal oriented and able to complete assignments independentlyCardiology:
Strong verbal, written and computer skills.Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control and safety.Adaptability.Principles of patient/family teaching.Knowledge and experience with administering of IV and PO drugs and their possible adverse reactions.Knowledge of diagnostic test and their preparations.Knowledge in the legal aspects of nursing.Knowledge and demonstrated skill using special equipment such as monitors, oxygen equipment, SPO2 monitors, EKG machines, defibrillators, etc.Honest, dependable, conscientious.Excellent communication skills.Critical Care:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Disaster Resource Center:
Expert clinical performance and knowledge in the area of emergency nursing.Expert knowledge emergency preparedness activities and understanding of the HICS structure.Teaching and staff development skills.Ability to plan, organize, and implement daily schedule and assigned duties.High degree of competence in establishing interpersonal relationships.Ability to function within the rules and regulations of L.A. County EMSA.Basic computer skills.MCIN Emergency:
Demonstrates fluency in English communication, to include reading, writing, and verbal communication.Basic organizational skills to include ability to follow directions as outlined in policies or given by supervisor.Basic EKG interpretationDemonstrates good interpersonal skillsKnowledge of legal implications of nursingDemonstrates appropriate critical intervention skillsDemonstrates knowledge of and abides by rules and regulations of Pre-hospital Care as outlined by LA CountyEMSA.GI Services:
Demonstrates good English communication skills, written and verbal communications, an interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teachingBasic EKG skillsMaternal Child Care:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.NICU:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.Patient Flow Facilitator Nursing Administration:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skillsBasic organizational skills.Basic computer skillsDemonstrated leadership abilitiesExcellent patient assessment skillsPrinciples of patient/family teachingCertified Lactation Educator Nursing Administration:
Principles and methods of adult educationRefined written and verbal communication skillsAbility to plan, organize, prioritize, and evaluateStrong customer service and interpersonal skillsClinical education related to specialtyIndependent performerAbility to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentNurse Navigator Outpatient Care Center:
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, written and verbal.Strong organizational skills and analytical abilities.Demonstrated leadership abilities focusing on self-direction/empowerment.Knowledge of adult education principles.Strong clinical assessment skills.Strong clinical knowledge of cancer disease management & treatment modalities.Basic computer skills.Ability to promote team-building among an interdisciplinary team.PACU:
Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills.Basic organizational/time management skills.Basic computer skills.Demonstrated ability to apply the nursing process to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.Must have successfully completed a basic EKG course or have evidence of proficiency through testing.Perinatal Specialty Perinatal Center:
Strong written and verbal communication skillsPositive interpersonal skills/guest relationsStrong organizational abilityDemonstrated leadership abilityDemonstrated competence in limited ultrasoundPatient assessment SkillsKnowledge of perinatologyPrinciples of adult learningSame Day Surgery/Surgery:
Demonstrates good English communication skillsKnowledge of nursing processBasic organization skillsDemonstrates ability to work with othersBasic EKG skillsDSD Coordinator TCU:
Written and verbal communications.Basic organization.Proficient with computer.Demonstrated leadership abilities.Patient assessment.Clinical education related to specialty.Principles of patient/family teaching.Required Experience
RN MDS/DSD Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:
Current California RN licenseBSN degree requiredEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom educationPrior experience in long term care settingKnowledge of Title XXII, OBRA, MDS and Medicare regulationsKnowledge/experience in adult teaching methods.Current Director of Staff Development certification (DSD)Current Basic Life Support CardRN PPS Coordinator Acute Rehab/TCU:
Required:
Current California RN LicenseCurrent CPR certificationTwo years clinical experience in an acute care facilityPreferred:
BSN or currently enrolled in BSN program
Cardiology:
Required:
Current California RN licenseEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in, ambulatory care nursingCurrent American Heart Association BLS and ACLS Certification12 Lead electrocardiogram and arrhythmia detection knowledgePreferred:
BSN/MSNCardiology ExperienceBilingual English/Spanish communication skillsCritical Care:
Current California RN licenseEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom educationCurrent Basic Life Support CardBasic EKG interpretation required within 6 months of hire dateACLS certification required (for new RN graduates within 6 months)Critical Care Course required within one year of hireEmergency Preparedness Coordinator Disaster Resource Center:
Bachelor of Science preferredCurrent licensure as a registered nurse in CaliforniaCurrent BCLS certificationCurrent ACLS certificationCurrent PALS certificationEvidence of continuing education and self-development in emergency nursing and emergency preparednessOne year as an MICN certified in Los Angeles CountyOne year of management experience preferredBasic windows and mouse skills preferred.Non-violent crisis intervention training annuallyMCIN Emergency:
Valid California RN License with evidence of continuing education 30 units per two years and 48 hours of Pre-hospital Care approved coursesCurrent BLS certificationCurrent ACLS certificationCurrent PALS certificationExperience in use of critical intervention skills (preferably Emergency Department)Formal hospital orientationCurrent MICN CertificationBasic windows and mouse skills preferredNon-violent crisis intervention training annuallyGI Services:
Current California RN licenseACLS card within 1 year of hire/transfer for nurses providing direct patient care.Conscious Sedation module completed within 1 year of hire or transfer to departmentPrevious GI Lab experience preferred1 year med/surg experienceMaternal Child Care:
Current California RN licenseEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom education in Maternal-ChildCare as appropriate for clinical specialtyCurrent CPR, PAL and NRP care as appropriate for clinical specialtyNICU:
Current California RN licenseCurrent BLS and NRP care as appropriate for clinical specialtyPatient Flow Facilitator Nursing Administration:
Current California RN license (BSN/MSN preferred)Evidence of continuing educationCurrent Basic Life Support CardCurrent Advanced Cardiac Life Support CardCertified Lactation Educator Nursing Administration:
Current California RN licenseCertification as a lactation educatorDemonstrate teaching ability in formal and informal settingEvidence of continuing education2 years experience in Maternal Child CareCurrent BLS cardCurrent NRP cardNurse Navigator Outpatient Care Center:
Required:
Current California RN licenseOCN required or needs to be obtained within one yearMember of professional organizationsMinimum 2 years of working with oncology patientsPreferred:
BSN preferredMSN preferredChemo-certification preferredCurrent BCLS certificationPACU:
Current California RN license.Evidence of continuing education.Current BCLS card and ACLS certification;PALS required within 6 months of hire.Demonstrates expertise in direct patient care pre/post operative nursing.Critical care/ER experience and/or have demonstrated competency in EKG interpretation.Prior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom education in critical care.Perinatal Specialty Perinatal Center:
Current California RN LicenseEvidence of continuing educationFetal monitoringExperience in an acute care facility or formal classroom education in Maternal Child HealthCurrent CPR cardSame Day Surgery/Surgery:
Current California RN licenseCurrent BCLS certificationFor PACU nurses, one year in a critical care areaFor OR nurses, previous experience.DSD Coordinator TCU:
Current California RN licenseBSN degree requiredEvidence of continuing educationPrior experience in an acute care facility or formal classroom educationPrior experience in long term care settingKnowledge of Title XXII, OBRA, MDS and Medicare regulationsKnowledge/experience in adult teaching methods.Current Director of Staff Development certification (DSD)Current Basic Life Support Card