Surgical Specialty RN

Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California.  Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health – one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

The Registered Nurse (RN)- Surgerical Specialty is responsible for knowing his/her professional scope of practice as defined by the California Business and Professional Code and for satisfactorily completing the Dignity Health Medical Foundation orientation period that includes demonstrating skills and behaviors that meet a fully competent level of performance. The RN maintains a clean organized and safe environment and performs patient care services that support the the physician / providers practice under the clinical supervision of the Physician Nurse Practitioner Physicians Assistant or other licensed staff. This includes assisting in prepping patients for examinations or procedures assisting with procedures relaying instructions from the physician to a patient or authorized person and collecting patient data. Documenting patient concerns patient messages and care provided to the patient in the patients medical record for the physicians review. Performing accurate vital sign measurements and documentation. Providing leadership to support staff.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High School diploma or equivalent. Satisfactory completion of a formal Registered Nurse program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited Registered Nurse program (determination by Dignity Health Medical Foundation H.R. department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions.)
• Valid CA RN License.
• Current AHA BCLS certificate. 
• Excellent interpersonal organizational and customer service skills are essential. Medical terminology familiarity with CPT and ICD-9 coding procedures and reference tools and pharmacology appropriate to the Registered Nurse scope of practice is essential.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• One (1) year experience in an outpatient or inpatient setting as a Registered Nurse is Preferred. Experience in Cardiovascular Nursing strongly and coordination of surgeries is preferred
• Familiarity with an electronic practice management system is preferred.
• AHA ACLS