Registered Nurse/Recover/Per Diem/Days

We are seeking Registered Nurses to join our patient-centered team in an acute care and/or non-acute care setting. Under supervision, you will provide direct and indirect patient care services, support physicians, coordinate care plans, and ensure safe and high-quality outcomes for patients and their families. This is a per diem position working day shifts in the recovery unit.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care based on established hospital policies and evidence-based practices
• Monitor patient progress and document findings accurately in electronic medical records
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized patient care plans
• Administer medications and treatments per provider orders and monitor patient responses
• Respond to emergencies using appropriate nursing interventions and critical judgment
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards
• Participate in continuous quality improvement, in-service education, and staff training
• Float or be assigned to units based on patient care needs and organizational priorities

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or completion of an accredited Registered Nurse program
• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of California
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued through the American Heart Association
• Knowledge of the Nursing Practice Act and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Familiarity with hospital safety, infection control, and quality assurance practices
• Ability to manage emergency situations and make sound clinical decisions under pressure
• Skilled in maintaining accurate records and communication with interdisciplinary teams
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish trust and rapport with patients, families, and coworkers
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Experience Requirements

• For non-specialty units: No minimum experience required. New graduate RNs are welcome.
• For specialty units (ICU, ER, OR, etc.): Minimum of one year of acute care RN experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Additional Certifications

The following certifications may be required based on unit assignment:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Basic Arrhythmia
• NIH Stroke certification

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of walking, standing, and sitting
• Ability to lift and position patients and equipment (up to 50 lbs)
• Manual dexterity and sensory acuity required to perform essential functions
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations

Age-Specific Competency

You must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs.