Overview

St. John’s Regional Medical Center located in Oxnard California is a recognized as a Top 250 Hospital in the Nation and as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care by Healthgrades. St. John’s Regional 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. Learn more at www.dignityhealth.org/StJohnsRegional.

Responsibilities

In keeping with the Dignity Health core values the Clinical Nurse I is a novice practitioner who carries out routine patient care assignments works in controlled patient situations and performs established nursing procedures for individuals or groups. Must successfully complete orientation in the Telemetry Units within 10 weeks of hire. Expected to complete Medical-Surgical training within 4 weeks following the Telemetry training for a total of 14 weeks of orientation. At the end of 14 weeks must demonstrate competency in two (2) core areas: Telemetry and Medical-Surgical (which includes Pediatrics and Rehab). Assigned to different areas according to staffing and patient acuity needs. Assignment can change during a specific shift at St. Johns Regional or Pleasant Valley. After one year may be required to become Pediatric Chemotherapy or Rehab Nurse Certified.

* New Grad Residency Program Starts March 3rd

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Registered Nurse graduate with no experience or six (6) months to one (1) year of work experience. Current California Registered Nurse license. Current ACLS and BLS certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience as a C.N.A. L.V.N. or E.M.TBSN Degree Certifications in E.K.G. Basic Arrhythmias and/or PALS is a plus

Special Skills

Demonstrates ability to work within a decentralized model of patient care delivery. Demonstrates proficient basic nursing skills and specialty skills. Demonstrates knowledge of the Nursing Process and the ability to apply these principles appropriately. Demonstrates a caring compassionate attitude toward others. Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently. Demonstrates clear effective written and oral English skills and objective active listening skills. Ability and willingness to actively participate in Unit Leadership Teams. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with others across all departments. Reacts calmly and efficiently in emergencies. Ability to achieve results for the organization with and through people utilizing creative and innovative solutions conflict management problem-solving skills. Bilingual Spanish/English.