Registered Nurse

Exer Medical Corporation
US - California - Pasadena
May 12, 2024

Job Title: Registered Nurse
Reports to: Center Manager

Summary

The Registered Nurse is clinically responsible for all patients in a department. He/she delegates tasks to ancillary back office staff based on scope of practice and coordinates care with the provider(s).

Exer Core Responsibilities
Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.

Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.

Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.

An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.

Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.

Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.

Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

Major Responsibilities
Practices standard precautions and disease-specific precautions by proper utilization of handwashing and personal protective equipment.

Practices strong nursing autonomy in patient care while coordinating care with an ED MD.

Triages patients while obtaining vital signs, a thorough history, and a nursing assessment.

Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.

Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.

Delegates within scope-of-practice to other clinical staff.

Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment and examination of patient.

Maintains awareness of dignity, comfort and safety needs of patient.

Always provides excellent patient care.

Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies provider of patient's condition as well as any changes to the patient's condition, reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.

Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol. Must be BLS, ACLS and PALS certified and competent. Must be comfortable running "codes"

Manages patient flow within the center by utilizing effective communication with all disciplines.

Is mindful of throughput

Initiates a thorough patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by the provider and/or policy including patient and family instruction.

Maintains, checks and utilizes a variety of laboratory and testing equipment.

Provides follow-up for all patients to ensure good outcomes and help to implement further treatment as necessary.

Maintains a clean and orderly environment.

Prioritizes patients' safety and patient satisfaction.

Participates in quality improvement activities.

Participates in the monitoring of inventory control and supplies.

Provides direct patient care interventions per his/her scope of practice and as ordered by the provider.

Is mindful of procedure and equipment costs and is a steward for the company.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications
Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse Licensure Diploma

Associate or Bachelor Degree in Nursing

BLS, ACLS and PALS certified

Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Competence with computer use and EMR.

Proficient at intravenous access for blood draw and drug administration.

Working Conditions
Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Travel - up to 5%

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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