Acute-Subacute RN

The RN renders collaborative nursing care via Patient Coordinated Care to caseload of patients for an assigned shift in accordance to the medical staff practitioner’s treatment plan, nursing standards of care/practice, and professional code of ethics.  The RN is committed to promoting the health potential of the patient (body-mind-spirit) through the implementation of the nursing process.  Demonstrates ability to delegate appropriately and direct staff in the coordination and delivery of care; assumes responsibility for the appropriate utilization of care resources; demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with others in problem resolution, is sensitive to the needs of patients, families, and fellow employees.

1. Reports directly to Acute/ Sub Acute Services Department Director of Nursing.

2. Reports indirectly to the House Supervisor and other management covering the department. 

3. Takes daily direction from the Shift Charge Staff Member.

4. Collaborates with all members of the Health Care Team in the coordination of patient care.

5. Delegates and directs coordination of care on assigned shift, working with caseload team which may be comprised of LVN’s and CNA’s 

1. Graduate of School of Nursing

2. Current California State License as a Registered Nurse required

3. BSN/BA preferred

4. On the job experience Preferred, but Clinical experience from accredited Nursing Program is acceptable. As determined by department orientation requirements in order to acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of department specific standards

5. BLS within one month of hire and on-going

6. PEARS or PALS within 6 months of hire and on-going

7. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to instruct/comfort patients/families; to maintain effective communication/contact with healthcare team members

8. Analytical skills necessary in order to prioritize workload and prepare nursing care plans, implement effective nursing care and develop solutions to problems concerning patient’s body, mind and spirit

9. Basic computer knowledge including: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Intranet

10. Ability to learn Computer software programs applicable to patient care and operations process.