RN - Surgery *Up to $20,000 Hiring Bonus*

Company: Providence St. Joseph's Health
Location: El Monte
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

Description: APPLY TODAY! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with additional questions from our Modern Hire Virtual Interviewing System. Providence is calling a Registered Nurse (RN) in Surgery (Full time/Variable Shift) to our Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, CA. This position is eligible for a $20,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment. We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) in Surgery who will provide professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence-based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practice in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice. Do Key functions and specific skills for the job are found in the unit specific on-boarding checklist and in standards that are applicable to the specialty. In this position you will:

• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate patients ' care Develop, update and coordinate the patient 's plan of care to achieve patient goals and to optimize outcomes and transitions across the care continuum
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate
• Perform and maintain currency of essential competencies as required by specific area of hire and populations served
• Effectively advocate for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote the autonomy, dignity, rights, values and beliefs of those we serve
• Foster a learning environment for patient/families, nursing, and other members of the healthcare team including students; facilitates formal and informal learning for patient/families, nursing, other members of the healthcare team, and community
• Be accountable for safety, identifies and corrects problems, and integrates evidence, and best practice into nursing care; uses data and evidence to improve patient outcomes. Aligns patient safety, self-safety and environmental safety as equally important for best outcomes
• Engage in ongoing professional development; practices to the top of license within the legal parameters of the Nurse Practice Act, the Nursing Social Policy Statement, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and specialty standards
• Promote a culture of inquiry that explores, integrates and disseminates research and evidence based practice
• Lead and coordinate teams, appropriately delegates, coordinates care and collaborates with others as equal members of the inter-professional care team to integrate nursing knowledge
• Model professional behaviors as a representative of the nursing profession Qualifications: Required qualifications for this position includes:
  • Nursing degree/diploma required upon hire
  • Bachelor 's degree in Nursing or higher within 3 years of hire. Or;
  • A RN with 20 years of RN experience will not be required to obtain a BSN
  • Any previously agreed upon effective date for obtaining a Bachelor 's degree in nursing between individual and facility will remain in effect
  • Any collective bargaining contract with specific time frames for obtaining a Bachelor 's degree in nursing will supersede the above point and will remain in effect
  • Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis at each facility by the most senior administrative nursing leader in consultation with the Human Resources leader
  • RNs employed prior to 1/1/17 are encouraged to obtain a Bachelor 's degree or higher degree in Nursing, but obtaining the degree will not be a condition of employment
  • CA RN License
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card must be from the following authorized governing bodies: American Heart Association (AHA) - (BLS Provider), American Red Cross (ARC) - (BLS for Health Care Provider), or Military Training Network (MTN) - (BLS Provider) upon hire
  • Must have a minimum of one (1) year Acute care experience working with the patient population similar to department of hire or completion of the specialty residency located at that facility
  • Proficiency with Information Technology; such as electronic health records, communications systems, computers and equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the position
  • Skilled to work with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff
  • Ability to use independent, critical judgment in all aspects of patient care delivery
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations
  • Special patient care equipment, to include Safe Patient Handling equipment, as specified by the assigned nursing uni
  • Telephone, paging, and fax and other communication technologies
  • Clinical and administrative information systems Preferred qualifications for this position include:
    • Bachelor 's degree in nursing upon hire
    • National Certification in Surgery About the hospital you will serve. Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, CA, is a 392-bed acute care facility founded over 75 years ago by the Sisters of Providence. Known for our state-of-the-art technology and high quality, compassionate care, we provide the full range of diagnostic, treatment, care and support services for the San Fernando Valley communities. We provide many specialized services and treatment capabilities. Our Heart and Vascular center delivers care with one of Los Angeles County's first STEMI designated receiving centers for heart attack victims. The Hycy and Howard Hill Neuroscience Institute, which supports our Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, continues to grow inpatient and outpatient programs addressing stroke, Parkinson 's, and brain tumors. Maternal Child Health Services, including a level 3 NICU, support whole family care with 24/7 on site labor support and community education. The Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center, a comprehensive, state-of-the-art, patient-centered, treatment facility. Our cancer center includes some of the most advanced technology in radiation oncology, highly advanced medical and surgical oncology providers, excellent clinical outcomes and research, and all patient support services are housed in the same building. Our exceptional orthopedic program has recognized for its excellent outcomes and clinical expertise. Our Bariatric Program, a leader and resource for those dealing with obesity in Southern California, received a Five-Star Rating for Bariatric Surgery. In the fall of 2022 we will open our brand new, state-of-the-art Emergency Department which will triple our capacity to care for the community in their time of greatest need. We offer comprehensive, best-in-class benefits to our caregivers. For more information, visit https://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/rewards-benefits/ Our Mission As expressions of God 's healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable. About Us Providence is a comprehensive not-for-profit network of hospitals, care centers, health plans, physicians, clinics, home health care and services continuing a more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Schedule: Full-time Shift: Variable Job Category: Surgical Services (Intraop) Location: California-Burbank Req ID: 329766

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