Pediatric Clinical Nurse II (RN) Job at UC Davis Health
Department Description
Emergency Medicine provide Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma care for more than 33 of California’s 58 counties. UC Davis Health System is home to state-of-the-art emergency care for children. Our Pediatric Emergency Department features the only Level 1 pediatric trauma center in inland Northern California (verified by the American College of Surgeons). From Portland to Fresno, from outside the Bay Area to Reno, no other hospital in inland Northern California has a Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center servicing approximately 70,000 patients each year.
Registered Nurses in the Pediatric Emergency department at UC Davis Medical Center provide care to patients with a variety of (medical surgical, critical care, emergent, perioperative) needs. Patient conditions included: acute, chronic, medical/surgical, critical care, trauma, or behavioral care.
Job Summary
Final Filing Date
4/19/2023
Salary Range
$66.86 - $89.97
Salary Frequency
Hourly
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
90%
Shift Hour
7pm-7am
Location
Surgery & Emergency Serv PAV
City
Sacramento
Union Representation
Yes
Benefits Eligible
Yes
We offer exceptional employment benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, generous paid vacations and holidays, excellent retirement savings and investment plans, continuing education, and reduced fee and scholarship programs.
THIS IS NOT AN H1- B OPPORTUNITY
Responsibilities
The CN II 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.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum one (1) year of recent ED RN or Pediatric Critical Care RN experience.
- American Heart Association (AHA) BLS CPR or UCDH-issued CPR Certification
- ACLS and PALS Certification from American Heart Association
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certification.
- Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- 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.
- Applicants are encouraged to upload license and certification if required of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
- BSN.
- CPEN, CEN, CCRN.
- Active ED Critical Care Team membership, PEDS ED Training
Special Requirements
- Participate and support department and house wide initiatives, process improvement workflows and processes. Attend 75% (9/12 of Pediatric Core meetings/education days.)
- References reflect an overall meets or exceeds.
- Ability to work overtime, float to other areas and work weekends and holidays.
- Ability to safely lift 25 lbs. and assist in moving patients and stand on feet over extended periods.
- This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
- The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.
EEO
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we are solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we do not just maintain - we improve.
We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.
As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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