(RN) Lead Resource Registered Nurse - Vista - 131817

Payroll Title:
CLIN NURSE 2 Department:
COMM CARE PRIMARY CARE Hiring Pay Scale
$59.34 - $83.17 / Hour Worksite:
Vista Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
NX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8 Hour Shifts, Monday - Friday

#131817 (RN) Lead Resource Registered Nurse - Vista
Filing Deadline: Tue 9/3/2024
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UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 8/29/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 9/10/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Current UC San Diego Health CNA (NX) represented RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting. All additional applicants will be considered after 14 days of job posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 6% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical quality results. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

The Lead Resource RN demonstrates clinical knowledge and technical expertise per the RN scope of practice with emphasis in Primary Care. Assess and triage patients based on acuity. Uses well developed assessment and critical thinking skills to deliver all nursing care. Lead and monitor staff competency training. Lead and participate in clinic improvement projects such as clinical quality improvement, cost reduction and patient safety initiatives. Partners with physicians and other staff triaging patients by phone or in clinic to provide high quality patient care. Educate patient and/or family about diagnostic procedures, medications, and discharge instructions.

Document all treatments given in patients' charts. Document all necessary procedures and supplies used on the patients' encounter form. Prepare supplies and equipment and assist Providers during examinations, treatments, and procedures. Performs other department tasks as needed. Act as a role model and resource for other LVNs and Medical Assistants. Organize and maintain clinic equipment and supplies. Order, monitor and maintain clinic medication stock.

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Active RN License issued by the State of California.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Must have a minimum one year of active Primary Care RN experience.
• Triage experience with both pediatric and adult patients.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BSN or MSN
• ACLS and/or ART
• Three to five years or more of RN experience.
• Leadership/Supervisory RN experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on the business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII or CNIV level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $123,902 - $173,659 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $59.34 - $83.17

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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