Orthopedic RN (CLIN NURSE 2)

College of Charleston • Sacramento, CA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

Orthopedic RN (CLIN NURSE 2)

Job Summary

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Apply By Date: October 22nd, 2024; at 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
At least 3 years of recent RN Orthopedic/Trauma experience.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
Commitment to excellence in patient care.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.
Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

70% - Nursing Process and Practice
15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
5% - Leadership
5% - Professional Development
5% - Research

Department Overview

The Orthopedic/Trauma Unit is a 36-bed acute care specialty and telemetry unit that provides inpatient care and treatment for adult and pediatric patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs. Orthopedic and Plastic Surgery patients are the unit's primary population. The orthopedic surgery services include trauma, spine, total joints, sports, tumor, peds, hand, foot, and ankle. Our unit also provides medical surgical care to patients from other services, including but not limited to, Trauma Surgery, Burn Surgery, Acute Care Surgery, Neurosurgery, Neurology and Medicine.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range: $70.21 - $94.47
Salary Frequency: Hourly
Salary Grade: 114
UC Job Title: CLIN NURSE 2
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff: Career
Percentage of Time: 90%
Shift Hours: Night
Location: Davis Tower (HSP070)
Union Representation: NX-Nurses
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

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Physical Demands

Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

Works overtime as defined by the collective bargaining agreements; floats to other areas; and works weekends, holidays and call as required.
References reflect an overall meets or exceeds.

Special Requirements

This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
This is a positions with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials
This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

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