Registered Nurse in La Mesa, CA

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Job Description

Step into a rewarding nursing role where your expertise will make a significant impact in a Progressive Care Unit setting. This contract opportunity offers a dynamic environment for registered nurses seeking to use their clinical skills and critical thinking to provide high-level care. If you are adaptable, compassionate, and experienced in PCU, this position is an excellent match for your background.

Schedule:

• 3x12 hour day shifts

Role Overview: You will be working within a collaborative team on the Progressive Care Unit, delivering specialized nursing care to patients with complex medical needs. This role requires reliability, quick assessment capabilities, and a commitment to providing exemplary patient-centered care.

Key Qualifications:

• Current RN license in good standing
• Previous experience in a Progressive Care Unit or similar intermediate/step-down setting
• Strong knowledge of monitoring systems, cardiac drips, and advanced assessment skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex patient populations
• Ability to respond rapidly in changing clinical situations
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team collaboration skills

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care, including cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and regular patient assessments
• Develop individualized care plans and update as patient condition evolves
• Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals
• Educate patients and families on care plans, recovery, and post-discharge instructions
• Document assessments, interventions, and progress in the electronic medical record accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain strict safety and infection control protocols throughout all tasks

With multiple openings available at the Chula Vista campus, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career and make a difference in the lives of patients in a high-acuity environment. If you are ready to bring your passion and skills to a professional and supportive clinical setting, submit your application today!