RN Clinical Staff Nurse

6 days ago


Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time
RN Clinical Staff Nurse - EmPATH - Full Time Days at Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital summary:

The RN Clinical Staff Nurse at Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within the EmPATH unit. This role involves evaluating mental health conditions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety and satisfaction. The nurse must demonstrate commitment to the hospital's mission and possess a strong understanding of psychiatric and medical-surgical practices.

If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to anjimenez@mlkch.org

POSITION SUMMARY

The EmPATH Registered Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the EmPATH Manager, the EmPATH Registered Nurse has 12 hour accountability for organizing, planning, directing, coordinating, and providing high quality, individualized patient/family centered care based on the Watson Model of Care for a defined group of patients, including the identification and demonstration of abilities to meet special needs and considerations of Age and Population Specific awareness. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital. It is expected that the employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality and performance improvement process activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Provides nursing care to the mental health client whose condition may be unstable and ever changing.
  2. In collaboration with the physician, evaluates for suicidal or homicidal tendencies and inappropriate responses indicating psychosis, anxiety and/or depression in order to determine if the patient's condition is severe enough to be admitted to a higher level of care.
  3. Oversees direct patient care, performs patient assessments, Behavioral Health assessments, eligibility for 5150 designation and is responsible to ensure safety at all times.
  4. Provides treatment and discharge planning by interfacing with physicians, providers, families and all relevant internal and external resources.
  5. The nurse demonstrates the use of nursing process as a problem-solving model; utilizing their knowledge and experience to anticipate and plan to meet patient and family needs.
  6. Nursing assessment is focused to target areas most productive for a given patient population or situation. Recognizes subtle changes in clinical situations; evaluates and appropriately alters the plan of care. Is accountable for prioritizing and organizing patient care and ensuring follow through with planned care.
  7. Demonstrates the Hospital's mission, vision, and values effort when interacting with patients, families, and co-workers.
  8. The nurse develops and maintains a therapeutic nurse/patient relationship. Respect for patient's rights is an integral part of the nurse/patient relationship as reflected in our values and mission. Conducts hourly rounding on patients.
  9. The nurse communicates utilizing the SBAR in all hand-off situations.
  10. Performs documentation of patient care including: assessment, implementation, evaluation, and the Watson Model of Care following unit specific and hospital documentation policies and procedures.
  11. Demonstrates commitment to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet those needs and achieve positive patient outcomes.
  12. Reviews all orders on patients and communicates changes in patient condition with physician and other team members. Contacts the physician promptly with significant changes in patient's condition, collaborates professionally for required orders and follows-up with revised care.
  13. Demonstrates ability to plan, supervise, instruct and evaluate ancillary nursing personnel, floats, orientees and registry staff. Ensures that an evaluation is completed each shift for registry/floats.
  14. Upholds professional appearance and demonstrates such through adherence to dress code. Wears hospital I.D. badge and promotes the standard of proper identification for peers and staff.
  15. Maintains a safe and clean environment that complies with regulatory standards including Patient Safety Goals.
  16. Participates in the implementation of the unit specific Quality and Performance Improvement Plan, completes monitoring forms and reports findings to the EmPATH Manager.
  17. Other Duties as assigned.


#LI-AJ1

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A. Education
  • Associate's degree in nursing/equivalent or higher level of nursing degree required. BSN preferred.

B. Qualifications/Experience
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as RN in acute adult outpatient or inpatient psychiatric unit, background and knowledge of psychiatric and medical-surgical illnesses and treatment
  • Current California Nursing license.
  • AVADE within 90 days of hire.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS).

C. Special Skills/Knowledge
  • Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish)
  • Basic computer skills
  • Electronic Medical Record experience preferred


MLKCH Video
Keywords:

Registered Nurse, mental health nursing, patient-centered care, psychiatric unit, healthcare collaboration, nursing assessments, treatment planning, clinical practice, California nursing license, BLS certification



  • Los Angeles, United States MLK Community Hospital Full time

    Date Posted: 11/21/2024 Job Code: RNEmPATH Location: MLK Community Hospital & Foundation Address: 1680 E. 120th St. City: Los Angeles State: CA Country: United States of America Category: Nursing - RN Pay Rate Type: Yearly Salary Range (Depending on Experience): $47.56 - $77.27 If you are interested please apply online and send your...


  • Los Angeles, California, United States Focus Staff Full time

    Job Title: Labor and Delivery Registered NurseWe are seeking a skilled Labor and Delivery RN to join our team at Focus Staff. As a travel nurse, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of settings and gain valuable experience.Responsibilities:Sing clinical reasoning and develop, implement, and evaluate the nursing plan of care for patients.Manage...

  • RN - Clinic

    3 weeks ago


    Los Angeles, United States CSMN - TACRI Clinical Crisis Response Full time

    Details Client NameCSMN - TACRI Clinical Crisis Response Job TypeTravel OfferingNursing ProfessionRN SpecialtyClinic Job ID15302865 Job TitleRN - Clinic Weekly Pay$2698.8 Shift Details Shift5x8 Days Scheduled Hours40 Job Order Details Start Date11/18/2024 End Date02/17/2025 Duration13 Week(s) Client Details Address11800 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 200 & Suite...

  • Registered Nurse

    3 days ago


    Los Angeles, California, United States Tact Staff Full time

    Travel Nursing OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to fill a travel nursing position in a renowned Outpatient Cancer Center. As a clinical research nurse, you will be responsible for coordinating data collection, reviewing case report forms, and ensuring compliance with regulations.This 13-week assignment offers a unique opportunity to...


  • Los Angeles, California, United States Tact Staff Full time

    Job Title: Travel Nursing Professional - Med Surg RNAbout the RoleTact Staff is seeking an experienced travel nursing professional to fill a med surg RN position in Los Angeles, California.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate data entry for clinical research trials and projects.Review clinical study records to ensure compliance with regulations.Assist research...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    Join us for an Interview and Hiring Day! Registered Nurses welcomed!  Location: 1680 E. 120th Street, Los Angeles, California 90059 Date: Tuesday, December 3 Time: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm  Directions/Parking: Our main lobby entrance is located at 1680 E 120th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90059. The entrance to the parking lot is on Healthy Way at the north side of...


  • los angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the Clinical Staff Nurse has...


  • los angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to POSITION SUMMARYThe EmPATH Registered Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the EmPATH Manager, the EmPATH Registered Nurse has 12 hour accountability...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to anjimenez@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The EmPATH Registered Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the EmPATH Manager, the EmPATH Registered Nurse has...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    RN Clinical Staff Float Pool FT Nights at Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital summary: The RN Clinical Staff Float Pool is a professional Registered Nurse responsible for providing high-quality, individualized patient care in a telemetry unit. This role involves organizing, planning, and directing nursing activities, ensuring adherence to clinical...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • los angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the Clinical Staff Nurse has...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to jcardenas@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor of Telemetry, the...


  • Los Angeles, United States Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital Full time

    If you are interested please apply online and send your resume to MarisMartinez@mlkch.org POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Staff Nurse is a skilled and experienced professional Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for excellence in the clinical practice of nursing and the management of patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Unit Supervisor, the Clinical Staff...