Registered Nurse II, Medical / Surgical Acute

Overview

Accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care in an acute patient setting. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in an assigned area. Develops, implements, and coordinates a plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors.

Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws and regulations to promote an optimal patient experience.

Job Description

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Required

• Bachelor’ degree Preferred

Certification & licensure

• RN - Registered Nurse of California - California Department of Consumer Affairs Required or

• RN-IP - Registered Nurse of California Interim Permit - California Department of Consumer Affairs Required

• BLS - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required

Department-specific skills & knowledge

Each employee must successfully complete the Department Specific

Requirements

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( within six (6) months of start date ).

• Interpretation of Basic Arrhythmia Test ( within six (6) months of start date ).

• 12 Lead EKG Interpretation Exam ( within six (6) months of start date ).

• Anti-Arrhythmic / Hemodynamic Drug Test ( within six (6) months of start date ).

Experience

• Minimum of six (6) months area specific acute care experience within the last two (2) years Preferred

Skills and knowledge

• Must have demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills and effective English written and communication skills.

• Independently practices and prioritizes multiple demands in an ever-changing environment.

• Good interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) and teamwork skills are required.

Job Shift

Nights

Schedule

Short Hour

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend

Requirements

Every other Weekend

Benefits

No

Unions

Yes

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

16

Employee Status

Short Hour

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $76.40 to $101.18 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.