Dignity Health
RN PCU at Dignity Health
About this Job
In keeping with the French Hospital Medical Center health care philosophy, the Registered Nurse manages quality patient care through the nursing process. Coordinates plan of care with the healthcare team. Assumes a leadership role for unit personnel to prepare and assist them with their responsibilities. Employees are responsible for completion of unit competency assessments, annual safety review, CPR, and renewal of license by maintaining continuing education units as required by hospital policy. In addition to these major responsibilities, the Registered Nurse may be assigned other duties.
Job Summary & Responsibilities The RN PCU is responsible for delivering high‑quality patient care, coordinating interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in the unit.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited RN program.
Currently licensed by the State of California as a Registered Nurse.
Current BLS certification.
Current ACLS certification.
Ability to assess patients and deliver care according to specific needs of all age groups.
Preferred Qualifications
One to two years of Critical Care or Progressive Care (“Step Down”) Unit experience preferred.
CCU PNCC or CCRN.
Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post‑hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Where You’ll Work French Hospital Medical Center, located in San Luis Obispo, California, has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac, orthopedic, and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland, Forbes, and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education, resources, and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not‑for‑profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services—all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities.
Pay Range $48.43 - $72.26 /hour
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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Job Summary & Responsibilities The RN PCU is responsible for delivering high‑quality patient care, coordinating interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in the unit.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited RN program.
Currently licensed by the State of California as a Registered Nurse.
Current BLS certification.
Current ACLS certification.
Ability to assess patients and deliver care according to specific needs of all age groups.
Preferred Qualifications
One to two years of Critical Care or Progressive Care (“Step Down”) Unit experience preferred.
CCU PNCC or CCRN.
Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post‑hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Where You’ll Work French Hospital Medical Center, located in San Luis Obispo, California, has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac, orthopedic, and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland, Forbes, and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education, resources, and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not‑for‑profit health care system in the nation, boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals, with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools, and comprehensive outpatient services—all recognized for quality, safety, and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities.
Pay Range $48.43 - $72.26 /hour
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industry Hospitals and Health Care
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