Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

In keeping with Dignity Health core values, the Clinical Nurse II (CNII) in Hyperbaric / Wound Care Unit is an experienced practitioner who demonstrates in-depth knowledge of unit patient type here, the implementation of patient care in this setting, and the ability to practice independently. The CNII in Hyperbaric / Wound Care Unit serves as a resource person, preceptor, and relief charge nurse. Under minimal supervision, the CNII proficiently implements the nursing process for clients with complex diagnoses.

This position is represented by SEIU, Local 121RN, and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

One (1) year medical/surgical, critical care, or specialty area experienceCurrent CA Registered License (LIC CARN)Current AHA CPR Certification (CT CPRBLS)Current AHA ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire (CT ACLS)Completion of Hyperbaric/Wound Care competencies within 6 months of employment

Preferred Requirements:

Spanish speaking experienceBachelor’s Degree in NursingSpecialty certification in nursing

Special Skills:

Demonstrates ability to work within a decentralized model of care deliveryDemonstrate competency level 2 in all core RN competencies and required unit specialty competencies Consistently maintains licensure, BLS, annual mandatory nursing reorientation, ACLS certification, and evidence of ongoing education in Hyperbaric/Wound Care in nursingConsistently participates in unit educational activitiesApplies and documents the Nursing Process independentlyDemonstrates a caring, compassionate attitude towards othersCompetently assumes a leadership role in patient-care teamsDemonstrates ability to delegate appropriate patient-care tasks, duties, etc., to other team members based on scope of practice and competency, supervising the care providedActively participates on at least one unit team, task force, and/or committeeOrganizes and prioritizes work efficientlyImplements the PDCA continuous quality improvement model to improve patient care and/or smooth function of the unit with guidanceDemonstrates clear, effective written and oral English skills, and objective active listening skillsReacts calmly and efficiently in emergenciesActs as a role model for CNI’s, LVN’s, and unlicensed personnelExcellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare teamAbility to achieve results for the organization with and through people, utilizing creative and innovative solutions and effective problem solving