Antelope Valley Hospital
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Unit - Full Time/Days - Req# 2080694663
Antelope Valley Hospital, Lancaster, California, us, 93586
Job Objective
A Registered Nurse who is responsible for the nursing care of patients in the Critical Care setting guided by policies and procedures of mensen Critical Care Unit and Medical Center. Duties and Responsibilities
A. Nursing Process
Applies nursing process in direct patient care Assessment of physiological, psychosocial, educational, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient as evidenced by written assessment within one hour of admission and visual assessment within fifteen minutes of arrival Documents physical assessment every four hours in the electronic medical record and vital signs/I&O Q2 or more frequently as required by diagnosis/disease process/physician orders. Reassesses patient’s needs every four hours and more often when necessary and documents in the electronic medical record and patient care plan. Provides further interventions as necessary and re-evaluates outcomes. B. Technical Equipment Operation
Operates technical equipment safely, efficiently and accurately as per unit competency level. Pressure line setup and maintenance Cardiac monitors Insertion, maintenance, withdrawal of blood from arterial line, and removal of arterial line Cardiac output Insertion, maintenance and removal of PA lines ICP and/or Camino setup, insertion and maintenance Crash cart/defibrillator/cardioversion Ventilator management Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Ventricular Assist Device Transvenous pacemaker/non-invasive pacing Femost pravil czym C-clamp for line removal Non-Essential Duties
Participates in unit or hospital-based committees Other duties as assigned, within compliance with Title 22, The Joint Commission, and CMS. Knowledge Bird Skills and Abilities
Knowledge
Demonstrates knowledge of criteria for 1:1 patient Demonstrates knowledge of patient classification system Demonstrates knowledge of staffing guidelines for Critical Care Unit Demonstrates knowledge of Moderate Sedation Demonstrates knowledge of Critical Care security policies and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of Critical Care visitation policy. Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors Conforms to required accreditation standards. Conforms with and supports Medical Center quality management and performance improvement guidelines Skills
Meets skills and abilities of a Registered Nurse Skill and ability to follow telephone etiquette/standards Displays a willingness to work as a team player Safely and effectively use all equipment necessary toшав carry out duties Abilities
Ability to adhere to all established AVMC policies and procedures and to interpret and function under these. Ability to organize work and establish priorities Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters Ability to relieve clerical staff at desk, or to adopt any function commonly assigned to unlicensed assistive personnel, or as allowed within scope of nursing practice, as needed AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values
Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority. Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us. Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team. Integrity & Honesty – We tell th truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking. Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality. Initiative & Innovation – Our can‑do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value. Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other. Education and Experience
Education
Maintains current licensure, certifications, education, and physical health standards Participates inblia and/or optional educational activities/offerings. Attends staff meetings regularly and as required by assigned unit Demonstrates knowledge and competency on hospital information technologies used in the designated patient poe Successfully completes written and practical competencies annually or otherwise as assigned CCRN preferred Experience
Two years of acute care nursing preferred, new grad training provided as appropriate. Required Licensure and/or Certifications
Meets all required licensure and/or certifications necessary for Registered Nurse. ACLS certification required on file in the Department of Education. AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations
Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy. Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy. Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy. Ability to adhere to the department dress code. Ability to organize work and establish priorities. Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties. Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards. Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.
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A Registered Nurse who is responsible for the nursing care of patients in the Critical Care setting guided by policies and procedures of mensen Critical Care Unit and Medical Center. Duties and Responsibilities
A. Nursing Process
Applies nursing process in direct patient care Assessment of physiological, psychosocial, educational, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient as evidenced by written assessment within one hour of admission and visual assessment within fifteen minutes of arrival Documents physical assessment every four hours in the electronic medical record and vital signs/I&O Q2 or more frequently as required by diagnosis/disease process/physician orders. Reassesses patient’s needs every four hours and more often when necessary and documents in the electronic medical record and patient care plan. Provides further interventions as necessary and re-evaluates outcomes. B. Technical Equipment Operation
Operates technical equipment safely, efficiently and accurately as per unit competency level. Pressure line setup and maintenance Cardiac monitors Insertion, maintenance, withdrawal of blood from arterial line, and removal of arterial line Cardiac output Insertion, maintenance and removal of PA lines ICP and/or Camino setup, insertion and maintenance Crash cart/defibrillator/cardioversion Ventilator management Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Ventricular Assist Device Transvenous pacemaker/non-invasive pacing Femost pravil czym C-clamp for line removal Non-Essential Duties
Participates in unit or hospital-based committees Other duties as assigned, within compliance with Title 22, The Joint Commission, and CMS. Knowledge Bird Skills and Abilities
Knowledge
Demonstrates knowledge of criteria for 1:1 patient Demonstrates knowledge of patient classification system Demonstrates knowledge of staffing guidelines for Critical Care Unit Demonstrates knowledge of Moderate Sedation Demonstrates knowledge of Critical Care security policies and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of Critical Care visitation policy. Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVMC Board of Directors Conforms to required accreditation standards. Conforms with and supports Medical Center quality management and performance improvement guidelines Skills
Meets skills and abilities of a Registered Nurse Skill and ability to follow telephone etiquette/standards Displays a willingness to work as a team player Safely and effectively use all equipment necessary toшав carry out duties Abilities
Ability to adhere to all established AVMC policies and procedures and to interpret and function under these. Ability to organize work and establish priorities Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters Ability to relieve clerical staff at desk, or to adopt any function commonly assigned to unlicensed assistive personnel, or as allowed within scope of nursing practice, as needed AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values
Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority. Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us. Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team. Integrity & Honesty – We tell th truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking. Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality. Initiative & Innovation – Our can‑do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value. Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other. Education and Experience
Education
Maintains current licensure, certifications, education, and physical health standards Participates inblia and/or optional educational activities/offerings. Attends staff meetings regularly and as required by assigned unit Demonstrates knowledge and competency on hospital information technologies used in the designated patient poe Successfully completes written and practical competencies annually or otherwise as assigned CCRN preferred Experience
Two years of acute care nursing preferred, new grad training provided as appropriate. Required Licensure and/or Certifications
Meets all required licensure and/or certifications necessary for Registered Nurse. ACLS certification required on file in the Department of Education. AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations
Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy. Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy. Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy. Ability to adhere to the department dress code. Ability to organize work and establish priorities. Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties. Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards. Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters.
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