What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - RN - DOU / PCU - Nights position at Scripps Health?
RN DOU / PCU
Full-Time | 12-Hour Night Shift
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas has served North County's coastal communities since 1978. The PCU / DOU opened in 2014 with 36 beds, all private rooms. As a designated stroke unit for stepdown population, our highly engaged nurses provide exceptional patient care in a compassionate, welcoming environment. Our nurses thrive in a culture that is team-oriented and focused on quality care and patient experience. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months experience working in PCU or Stepdown Unit.
We invite you to join our team of Registered Nurses responsible for providing direct patient care within the scope of his/her practice. Patient care includes assessment, planning and implementing a plan of care and evaluating patients' progress towards expected outcomes. With quality patient and family-centered care in mind, the RN takes primary responsibility for the patients' care as delivered by the Care Team under his/her supervision. Works collaboratively with other members of the patient care team to ensure optimal patient care.
This is a Full Time (72 hours per pay period), 12-Hour Night Shift, position located at Scripps Memorial Encinitas.
Required Qualifications:
* Current CA RN License
* One (1) year of recent RN experience in an acute care hospital setting
* Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Certification
* Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider ACLS Certification
* Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English
* Must be able to demonstrate positive behaviors
Preferred Qualifications:
* NIHSS Certification
* PCU, Stepdown or Tele Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.