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Hoag Hospital Irvine

CLINICAL NURSE I - SURGICAL- 4 EAST (GYN/URO)

Hoag Hospital Irvine, Newport Beach, California, us, 92659


Department: NursingShift: 3rdRemote or Onsite: OnsiteLocation: Newport Beach, CA, US, 92617Salary Range:

$45.58 - $74.17The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing processes based on research and evidence-based outcomes to meet patient care needs. Participates in maintaining a safe patient care environment. Demonstrates leadership skills by directing personnel and establishing collegial relationships with others. Provides quality nursing care to all patients in accordance with the California Nurse Practice Act and professional regulatory standards. Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct. Supports the mission of the Patient Care Services Division. Participates in the continuous quality improvement process. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental and hospital standards, policies, and procedures.The patient population served is the adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient with medical and surgical patients including GYN, Urology, and GYN Oncology. Performs other duties as assigned.Essential Functions

:Clinical PracticeDemonstrates competent knowledge, based on hospital policies, procedures, and standards.Organizes and incorporates new routines, procedures, and skills.Demonstrates skill in the use of equipment and devices pertinent to treatment, procedures, and practices.Utilizes the nursing process as documented on the admission assessment, patient Plan of Care, focus charting, and discharge plan.Assesses and documents a complete physical assessment, nursing interventions, teaching, and discharge needs for the patients assigned to each shift.Documents in the patient record utilizing documentation guidelines, Standards of Care, and Pathway goals.Communicates changes in the patient's condition to the Charge Nurse/supervisor and the physician directing the care of the patient.Follows procedure in the identification of patients prior to implementing any procedures, interventions, etc.Provides appropriate information for all patient procedures and ensures patient/significant other understanding prior to the start of procedure.Responds to emergency situations in a timeframe appropriate to the needs of the patient.Administers medications and intravenous therapy with the ability to assess the indication, appropriate dosing, and effects of the medication administered for the patient.Initiates IV therapy and documents accurate information on the patient record.Correctly collects, handles, and labels specimens utilizing Standard Precautions.Adheres to Infection Control policies and procedures, follows Standard Precautions and specific isolation precautions for the prevention and spread of bloodborne pathogens and other communicable diseases.Assesses and implements prescribed interventions to ensure pain management for the patient.Recognizes ethical/legal/medical dilemmas in nursing practice and confers with appropriate resource personnel.Implements and documents teaching discharge plan for each patient.Assesses the educational ability and level for the patient population and incorporates available educational material into patient/significant other teaching.Provides ongoing assessment of the nutritional status for the patient and communicates nutritional needs/problems to the physician.Provides continuity of care through implementation/utilization of the Plan of Care for the patients.Assesses, intervenes, and cares for the adult/geriatric patient, family, and significant other requiring emotional support.Clinical Care : Ensure patient care is delivered and the unit is maintained in accordance with professional regulatory standards.Job Requirements

:BLS CertificationSuccessful completion of an EKG course or equivalencyDemonstrates effective communication, interpersonal skills, organizational ability, and knowledge of proper body mechanics and safety measures.If BSN has not been obtained upon hire, the Clinical Nurse I must begin the BSN program within one year of the hire date and obtain their BSN within two years of starting the program.Job Preferences

:BSNThere’s no Place Like HoagRecently, Hoag was recognized as the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in a 2018-2023 U.S. News & World Report.To learn more about us and see our culture in action, check out this video on YouTube - https://youtu.be/O7YXZfHmhV4.Join the conversation and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn @hoagcareers.Hoag is an equal opportunity employer.Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

Nearest Major Market:

Irvine CaliforniaNearest Secondary Market:

Los AngelesJob Segment:

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