Clinical Registered Nurse II – Med​/Surg - Oncology RN

Overview

Clinical Registered Nurse II – Medical/Surgical/Oncology RN position at Tri-City Medical Center. The Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) at the Clinical Nurse II (CN II) level is a vital part of the Medical-Surgical team, responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This role requires advanced competencies, specialized certifications, and the ability to function autonomously while collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient safety and optimal patient outcomes.

The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

• Patient Care
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
  • Administer medications, perform treatments, and monitor patient responses, intervening as needed.
  • Coordinate with the healthcare team to deliver safe, efficient, and timely care.
  • Act as a patient advocate, ensuring dignity and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrate empathy and compassion for patient experience.
  • Provide education to patients and families about medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Advocate for evidence-based practices in Medical-Surgical patient care.

• Safety and Compliance
  • Maintain a safe, clean working environment, adhering to infection control and hospital policies.
  • Comply with regulatory standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, OSHA).
  • Identify and report safety concerns proactively.

• Documentation
  • Accurately document patient care, interventions and responses in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) according to Patient Standards of care.

• Professional Development and Leadership
  • Provide preceptorship and mentorship to New Graduate Nurses, New Hires, and students, supporting their professional development.
  • Participate in continuing education and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Serve as a resource for best practices within the Medical-Surgical unit.
  • Act as Relief Charge Nurse as needed.

• Emergency Preparedness
  • Respond promptly to patient emergencies (e.g., Rapid Response Team (RRT) situations) with composure and clinical skill.

• Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a Medical-Surgical Unit or equivalent setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse patient caseload with common medical and surgical conditions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment requiring quick decision making and strong teamwork.
• Oncology Department Chemotherapy experience required.

• Technical Skills
  • Proficient in basic medical equipment (e.g., IV Pumps, monitors) and medication administration.
• Critical Thinking
  • Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to respond to acute changes in patient conditions.
• Communication
  • Strong patient care and communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or may consider Associate Degree, Nursing (ADN) with five (5) years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in a Medical-Surgical or equivalent setting in lieu of BSN, required.

• Current California RN License, required.

• Current BLS;
  American Heart Association Healthcare Provider
• Current ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate, required (Oncology only)
• Orthopedic Unit Orthopedic Nurses Certification (ONC) or equivalent, preferred
• Medical-Surgical Unit Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (CMSRN) or equivalent, preferred

Each new hire candidate who is offered employment must pass a physical evaluation, urine drug screen and pre-employment background checks before starting work.

TCHD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care