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Position Overview:To provide direct and
indirect patient care to clinic patients and their families utilizing the
nursing processes of comprehensive patient assessment, development and
implementation of nursing care plans and patient education and on-going
evaluations. The care delivered will be based on the theoretical
principles and scientific knowledge and within scope of the California Nurse
Practice Act and The PAMF policy. Plan for the Provisions of Nursing Care.Skills:Verbal and written communication skills for frequentand challenging contact with physicians, employees, patients and patientfamilies; requires patience, tack and compassion.
Math aptitude: calculation of drug doses.
Basic computer skills to include keyboarding, mousemovement and data entry skills to enter information into practicemanagement and EHR.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks.
Ability to lift and position patients properly usingbest practices.
Visual capabilities to observe patients.
Ability to maintain composure during challenginginterpersonal interactions.
Active listening skills; including excellentinterpersonal skills and telephone communication.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods at a time.
Applies moderate mental application and concentrationto handle varying procedures and interruptions.
Qualifications:Education/Certification/Licensure:Current RN Callifornia License required.
Associates degree and graduated of an accredited school of nursing required.
Current AHA BLS Certification required.
Current ACLS Certification required (or obtain within 6 months of hire).
Experience:3 or more years of credited RN experience in a specialized and relatable field and/or years of service within the organization, preferred.
General experience in highly specialize areas such as Critical Care experience (ICU, ER, Trauma Unit) or ASC experience.
Skills:Verbal and written communication skills for frequent and challenging contact with physicians, employees, patients and patient families; requires patience, tack and compassion.
Math aptitude: calculation of drug doses.
Basic computer skills to include keyboarding, mouse movement and data entry skills to enter information into practice management and EHR.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks.
Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices.
Visual capabilities to observe patients.
Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.
Active listening skills; including excellent interpersonal skills and telephone communication.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods at a time.
Applies moderate mental application and concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions.
Organization: Palo Alto Medical FoundationEmployee Status: RegularBenefits: NoPosition Status: Non-ExemptUnion: NoJob Shift: DayShift Hours: 8 Hour ShiftDays of the Week Scheduled: Monday-FridayWeekend Requirements: NoneSchedule: Per DiemHrs Per 2wk Pay Period: Per DiemAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
