RN Break Nurse - Progressive Care Unit - Part Time​/Nights

Position: RN Break Nurse - Progressive Care Unit - Part Time/Nights - Req#1996771981

RN Break Nurse Addendum

Job Objective: The RN Break Nurse is responsible for nursing care of patients as established by the Nursing Practice Act of the Board of Registered Nursing of the State of California and as guided by hospital policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Arrive at the assigned unit prepared to work for the scheduled shift.
• Obtain a copy of the completed Lunch Breaks Schedule from the Charge Nurse (CN) or a designee.
• Introduce yourself and inform Primary Care Nurses (PCNs) of your role as Break Nurse (BN).
• Receive a brief 3‑5 minute report, accept the PCN’s phone, and assume care of the patients on your assignment.
• Assume full responsibility for patients during the PCN’s break and provide necessary care, including ADLs, assistance in procedures, patient transfers, and communication with physicians, families, and team members.
• Review all orders in the electronic medical record and complete any tasks that are due.
• Document break relief in the staff management system.
• If no nurse is available to break, inform the Charge Nurse and House Supervisor; you may stay in the assigned department as a Resource Nurse unless redirected.
• Only perform break nursing during PCN meal break periods unless redirected or approved by the unit Manager or HS; any role change must be reported to the Staffing Office and documented.
• Notify the Charge Nurse immediately if problems arise with providing breaks at the assigned times.
• If a PCN doesn’t return on time for their break, notify the Charge Nurse or designee and provide a handoff report before relieving the next nurse to avoid disruption.

Non‑Essential Duties

• Other duties as assigned in compliance with Title 22, The Joint Commission, and CMS.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge:

• Support and adhere to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors.
• Conform to required accreditation standards.
• Support hospital quality management and performance improvement guidelines.

Skills:

• Follow telephone etiquette/standards.
• Demonstrate willingness to work as a team player.
• Safely and effectively use all necessary equipment.

Abilities:

• Adhere to all established AVH policies and procedures.
• Organize work and establish priorities.
• Take initiative in performance of duties.
• Work effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.
• Relieve clerical staff or assume functions commonly assigned to unlicensed assistive personnel as needed.
• Support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times.
• Be flexible in meeting staffing requirements.
• Meet basic health requirements and physical job standards.

AVH Values

• Patients Come First – Listen actively, communicate with patients and families, and prioritize safety.
• Accountability & Ownership – Fully complete tasks, communicate transparently, and recognize the impact of your work.
• Teamwork – Build trust, promote community, and respect everyone; success is a team effort.
• Integrity & Honesty – Tell the truth, speak up about problems, and act responsibly.
• Excellence – Take pride in work, set goals, and pursue quality continuously.
• Initiative & Innovation – Apply can‑do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness to improve patient experience and add value.
• Tenderness & Compassion – Show genuine empathy, kindness, and support for colleagues.

Education and Experience

• National certifications are desirable.
• Minimum of one year of experience in an acute care setting.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications

• Registered Nurse.
• BCLS required.
• ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications may be required, depending on practice area.

AVH Conduct/Compliance Expectations

• Adhere to AVH Absenteeism, Tardiness, Leaves of Absence, Paid Time Off, and Recording of Hours Worked Policies.
• Follow the department dress code.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and department information.
• Follow safety rules, regulations, and the Code of Conduct.
• Support AVH Standards of Excellence and the Compliance & Integrity Program.
• Communicate effectively with co‑workers, managers, and hospital staff.
• Participate effectively in department and hospital staff education.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• May be required to take call shifts per department policy.
• Mandatory weekend and holiday rotations.

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.

#J-18808-Ljbffr