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
As our ICU Nurse at St. Johns Regional Medical Center you’ll monitor patients who are critically ill and unstable following extensive injury surgery or life-threatening disease.
You’ll begin each shift by taking report from a nursing teammate before making your rounds. You’ll provide continued care and perform procedures as detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician with a chest tube or central line providing wound care ensuring patients MRI or CT or administering medications.
To thrive in this role you’ll heavily depend on your ability to multitask and react. You’ll clinically care for your patients- remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate- supporting their best interests when they cannot. However your sound judgment during an emergency and rapid response are impressive putting you on the radar for advancement.
● Assesses plans and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort
● Anticipates identifies and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families
● Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients
● Maintains knowledge of equipment setup maintenance and use (i.e. IV pumps monitoring equipment and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary
● Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation protecting patient from injury)
● Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e. emptying drainage devices ambulating and hygiene)
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Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:Three (3) years current medical/surgical experience in an acute care setting or in a specialty area. Heart experience required. ACLS PALS and BLS certifications required. Current CA RN license required. Preferred Qualifications:Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred.