Registered Nurse​/Clinical II, Med​/Surg-General​/Palliative Unit

Registered Nurse/Clinical II, Med/Surg-General/Palliative Unit – $8K Sign‑On Bonus

$52.08 to $69.24 per hour

Employment status: Full Time (72–80 hours per pay period)

Job category: Nursing

Salary Range (DOE): $52.08 to $69.24 per hour

Valley Presbyterian Hospital is a beacon of health in the San Fernando Valley, committed to providing outstanding care and improving community health. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse (RN) to fill the role of Registered Nurse/Clin II in our Med/Surg‑General/Palliative Unit, working alongside our dedicated team.

• Patient Care Coordination:
  Provide comprehensive patient care and education to patients and families in a supportive and therapeutic environment.
• Communication:
  Maintain professional communication with colleagues, physicians, and healthcare team members using the SBAR communication format.
• Confidentiality:
  Adhere to HIPAA and VPH policies, consistently maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Cross‑training:
  Cross‑train to various areas within the hospital according to policy.
• Documentation:
  Utilize information technology to document care processes efficiently.
• Care Evaluation:
  Collaborate with physicians and mentors to evaluate and modify care plans based on patient needs.
• Infection Control:
  Follow Universal Precautions and VPH infection control standards.
• Medication Administration:
  Administer medications per hospital policy, reporting any errors promptly.
• Nursing Process:
  Collect and interpret patient data, formulate nursing diagnoses, and assess patient conditions.
• Patient Advocacy:
  Advocate for patient and family values, beliefs, and standards.
• Discharge Planning:
  Provide ongoing discharge education and plan effective discharges from admission.
• Patient Satisfaction:
  Ensure a caring and compassionate approach, keeping patients and families informed.
• Patient Throughput:
  Support hospital throughput initiatives for timely patient transfers and discharges.
• Quality Improvement:
  Participate in unit or hospital quality initiatives and projects.
• Professional Image:
  Exhibit professionalism in appearance, conduct, and communication.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of one (1) year of recent nursing experience required for the department hiring the registered nurse.
• Education:
  
  ADN degree required; BSN degree preferred.
• Licensure/
  
  Certifications:
  
  Current licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing, AHA BLS certification, LA City Fire Card certification within 30 days of hire.
• Unit Requirements:
  Annual Nursing Care Stroke Swank Stroke Education within 30 days of employment.

• Supportive Environment:
  We prioritize teamwork, professional growth, and a positive work culture.
• Impactful Work:
  Your role will directly contribute to enhancing patient care and outcomes.
• Professional Development:
  We offer continuous learning and advancement opportunities to help you grow in your career.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

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