Clinical Nurse B-Inpatient ECH: U1500 Acute Rehab

ECH: U1500 Acute Rehab Full-Time, Day Shift

The Clinical Nurse B - Inpatient utilizes discretion and independent judgment to provide, coordinate and document direct/indirect age‑specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient‑centered care in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) in accordance with LLUMC's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory). Embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice and applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self‑motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty and patient population served.

Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care. Functions in a skills mix environment and directly supervises and delegates tasks to licensed and unlicensed staff. Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications and competencies as defined in the unit/department‑specific Plan for Providing Care. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.

May be required to participate in on‑call rotation based on department business needs. May be requested to serve in Shift Coordinator role upon completion of Shift Coordinator orientation. Performs other duties as needed.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• If hired into the CN‑B position prior to April 1, 2020, an Associate Degree or Diploma Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of one year experience required.
• New hires are eligible to be promoted into the CN‑C classification when criteria outlined in the Clinical Nurse Ladder handbook and job specifications outlined in CN‑C job description are met.

Demonstrates basic competencies in clinical nursing. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty and population served. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure.

• Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality;
• Able to: use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program;
• Able to: troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment;
• Able to: perform technical patient care activities;
• Able to: relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others;
• Able to: be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies;
• Able to: lead, supervise, teach and collaborate;
• Able to: accept direction;
• Able to: think critically;
• Able to: work independently with minimal supervision;
• Able to: perform basic math functions;
• Able to: manage multiple assignments effectively;
• Able to: organize and prioritize workload;
• Able to: problem solve;
• Able to: recall information with accuracy;
• Able to: pay close attention to detail;
• Able to: distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care;
• Able to: discern temperature variances through touch;
• Able to: hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone;
• Able to: identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace;
• Able to: see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.

• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Other certifications required as listed in the department‑specific Plan for Providing Care.