Reporting to the Practice Coordinator Recovery Room (PACU) the Registered Nurse (Level I II III or IV) is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process. The Registered Nurse after appropriate educational preparation is capable of expanding the scope of practice in general or specialty areas of nursing. The criteria and specific job duties of the three levels are defined by each department area specific criteria.
Requirements
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California is required
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within 60 days of hire into position.
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within six months of hire into position.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients family and health care personnel is required.
- Ability to handle varying issues in the midst of any situation and work effectively individually and as a member of a team within a stress producing environment is required.
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