Organization:

SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento

Position Overview:

Performs routine assignments and develops competence by performing structured work assignments. Accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, manages/coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.

Job Description:

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EDUCATION

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• OR RN license evidences completion of a RN program

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• RN-Registered Nurse of California
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

• 2 years nursing experience or successful completion of a senior nursing student preceptorship in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
• Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
• Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize patient care, assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet time sensitive activities.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook).
• Work independently as well as be part of the team, while accomplishing multiple interventions in an ever-changing environment.
• Ability to communicate and engage team members, patients and families in a variety of stressful situations.
• Use existing procedures and critical thinking to identify and solve routine or complex problems.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

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Job Shift:

Nights

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

12

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

36

Employee Status:

Regular

Pay Range is $82.48 to $115.46 / hour. Registered Nurse I Pay Range is $78.54 to $78.54 / hour.

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.