As a member of the health care team responsible for providing basic nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team or unit. Assists patients with activities of daily living and helps to promote a safe, comfortable environment that fosters the physiological and psychosocial well-being of the patient. 

Regularly performs laboratory procedures in the assigned scientific sections of the Clinical Lab and/or Emergency Department.  Performs necessary quality control procedures and maintains records. Troubleshoots instrument problems. Performs and records instrumentation. Performs other clinical and clerical duties as needed. Regularly utilizes the laboratory computer for various aspects of daily work. Verifies completion of work by various computer programs. Communicates with nursing and other hospital personnel, regarding laboratory procedures, results and overdue tests. Runs and completes all testing that is permitted under the licensure by the State of CA. 

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of normal limits of vital signs and commonly used lab tests by recognizing abnormal findings and reports them to the RN. Under leadership of RN the LVN gathers data on patient’s physical and emotional needs. LVN gathers data on family psychological needs. Performs simple procedures skillfully (e.g. dressing changes, urinary catheterizations, tube irrigations). Participates in patient care plan conferences and in discharge planning.

Assesses patient/family health problems and resources, takes a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care provided by the nursing team. Provides technical nursing care and interventions to designated patient populations. This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including an ill neonate through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Admission coordination, make nursing assignments, coordinate shift activities and quality control functions.   ·         Provides local wound care as ordered. ·         Applies dressings as ordered or as appropriate to the type of wound. ·         Documents nursing interventions using the FOCUS charting format. ·         Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and post-care. ·         Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for suicide or unpredictable behavior. ·         Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for falls and skin breakdown. ·         Follows appropriate Code Blue notification procedures. ·         Functions in a Code Blue quickly and calmly providing CPR, administering and documenting medications/interventions accurately. ·         Effectively prioritizes clinical interventions and care. ·         Communicates significant changes in patient’s condition/status in a timely manner. ·         Understands actions, side-effects, contra-indications of drugs. ·         Follows five “rights” of medication administration. ·         Adheres to medication policies, practices and standards. ·         Administers medication, intravenous therapy and fluid management only on physician request and guidance. ·         Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use. ·         Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use. ·         Differentiates between patient complications and equipment malfunction. ·         Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions, including but not limited to: ·         IV Pump ·         Glucoscan ·         PCA Pump ·         Tube Feeding Pump ·         Chest Tube Suction ·         Defibrillator ·         Other duties as assigned.

The Educator / Wound Care Nurse Coordinator is accountable to the Chief Nursing Officer.  The Educator / Wound Care Nurse Coordinator’s responsibility is to plan, provide and/or facilitate professional growth and development of hospital staff through the didactic process, role model and/or clinical education process.  The Educator / Wound Care Nurse Coordinator‘s responsibility is to support the delivery of safe patient care through the nursing process of assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation based on established clinical nursing practice standards.  Serves as a resource nurse, role model, and leader in health care administration.  Supports the organizational vision and mission.  Utilizes knowledge of patient’s age and cultural diversity into the education process for both staff and patients.  Contributes to the provision of quality of care through support of performance improvement processes that lead to positive outcomes in patient care.   This position provides support to the patient care services division in the prevention of hospital acquired pressure ulcers by assisting with the data collection needed for an advanced wound assessment, and by making wound care recommendations for patients as identified by registered nurses assigned to those patients, or in consultation with other skin and wound care team members.                The role of this individual is to support the standardized program for the care, teaching, management and rehabilitation of patients with or at risk for wound development.  This program will encompass patients with wounds due to pressure, incontinence, surgery, trauma, burns, infections, venous insufficiency, arterial insufficiency, neuropathy, or other pathologies.  This position will promote and support the standardized program for tracking the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers as directed.  This position interfaces with physicians and hospital, education, and skilled nursing staff for support of the guidelines established by the wound care department. This position works closely with Social Services and risk management, to ensure the safety of each patient.                This role requires good organizational, communication and leadership skills, and the ability to collect and report data. Educator / Wound Care Nurse Coordinator is responsible for providing input and feedback to Quality, Education, Nursing Leadership and Management Councils.

Primary Function As a Workers’ Comp Claims Coordinator is responsible for the investigation, evaluation, disposition and settlement of the most complex claims and highest exposures. This includes the investigation, determination and evaluation of coverage, liability and damages, and the evaluation of proper reserves.  

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements.

Performs CT imaging scans on patients and coordinates patient flow and the activities of the scanner.

Performs CT imaging scans on patients and coordinates patient flow and the activities of the scanner. Performs all diagnostic CT procedures to include head, spine, abdomen, extremities per departmental protocols. Practices radiation safety at all times for self and the patient. Performs and completes diagnostic procedures accurately. Demonstrates competency and proficiency with CT equipment.

  Responsible for - Compounding IVs, checking IVs, and supervise IV compounding. - Clinical activities such as antibiotic dosing, anticoagulation monitor, TPN dosing, renal dosing, IV to PO conversion, and reviewing patients’ medication profile. - Verifying physician’s medication order and communicating with medical staff to achieve optimal medication therapy. - filling and dispensing of medication orders including the proper handling, usage, and storage of drugs in the pharmacy. - Maintains standards set by the department and translates policies and procedures into the daily operation of the pharmacy. - Being an information resource to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and drug‑related information and literature - Oversees activities of technicians and intern pharmacists in procurement, preparation and distribution of medication. - Participating in team discussion to improve workflow and staff interaction. - Attending codes.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the obstetrical patient. The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum. This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public. Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS). The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements.    Labor & Delivery Nurses provide care and support for women before, during and after delivery of an infant.  They are responsible for making sure that the medical and emotional needs of the patient are met throughout birthing process.

The PACU Nurse performs pre and post operative procedures. He/she is responsible to the Nurse Manager of PACU, and works closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other members of the operative team. The PACU Nurse is independently responsible for the welfare and safety of the patient pre/post the surgical procedure.

The Student Nurse assists the clinical staff in the care of and treatment for patients in an acute care setting under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsibilities may vary based on department assignment. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient's age, developmental status, spiritual and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care.  Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient.  The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum.  This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public.  Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements.

The Registered Nurse provides care, treatment, counseling and health education to the hospitalized patient.  The RN is responsible for planning and coordination of care across the continuum.  This planning and coordination includes meeting and exceeding compliance with core measures, contributes to reduction in LOS, active participation with all aspects of quality, safety and performance improvement activities, collaboration with all the members of the multidisciplinary team in providing outstanding customer service to patients, family members, physicians and the public.  Meets and exceeds the Department of Health Service (DHS), The Joint Commission (TJC) and other regulatory requirements.