Nurse Clinician-PedsCardiology

Loma Linda University Health
Loma Linda, CA, United States
Full-time

Job Summary : The Nurse Clinician-Peds Cardiology, practices in a Magnet recognized tertiary academic Children's Hospital with Level One Pediatric Trauma Designation.

Utilizes skilled discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care and treatment management to pediatric patients with cardiac conditions in the inpatient and outpatient setting.

Utilizes disease-specific knowledge base to perform the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and in accordance with LLUCH's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as needed.

Facilitates a seamless multidisciplinary approach to whole-person care across the continuum by coordinating and case managing the pediatric and fetal cardiology patient population in partnership with physicians and nurse practitioners.

Collaborates with other healthcare team members and participates in team conferences to coordinate implementation of treatment recommendations, appointments, diagnostic studies, etc.

Supports Institutional Review Board (IRB) approved nursing and physician research activities. Inspires and adopts the transformation of evidence into point-of-care practice to optimize patient outcomes.

Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in pediatric cardiology treatments and procedures.

Functions within the expectations of an accomplished professional nurse and meets nursing excellence standards to maintain Magnet Recognition as outlined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Represents nursing as an empowered profession and readily embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements. Provides a positive influence to facilitate change and optimize patient satisfaction and outcomes.

Engages in opportunities to directly and indirectly influence decision-making for clinical practice at point-of-care by supporting and participating in professional governance councils, committees, task forces and staff meetings.

Exhibits refined interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care.

Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.

Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience : Bachelor's Degree in nursing required. Minimum of two years' experience in pediatric nursing required.

One year experience in pediatric cardiology preferred.

Knowledge and Skills : Must have in-depth knowledge of pediatric and fetal cardiology, clinical pathways, research, evidenced-based practice, healthcare quality, patient safety, performance improvement, regulatory standards, medical staff structure, healthcare law and finance and legal aspects of care.

Able to : apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in pediatric and fetal cardiology.

Able to : read; write legibly; communicate in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.

g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities.

  • Able to : relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and enforcing policies;
  • work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction. Able to : think critically;
  • work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math and statistical functions; compose written material; manage multiple assignments effectively;

organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.

  • Able to : distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone;
  • identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place and patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position;

discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications : California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association required.

Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.

2 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Loma Linda University Health
Loma Linda, California

The Nurse Clinician-Peds Cardiology, practices in a Magnet recognized tertiary academic Children's Hospital with Level One Pediatric Trauma Designation. Functions within the expectations of an accomplished professional nurse and meets nursing excellence standards to maintain Magnet Recognition as ou...

Promoted
Loma Linda University Medical Center
Loma Linda, California

The Nurse Clinician-Peds Cardiology, practices in a Magnet recognized tertiary academic Children's Hospital with Level One Pediatric Trauma Designation. Functions within the expectations of an accomplished professional nurse and meets nursing excellence standards to maintain Magnet Recognition as ou...

Promoted
SonderMind
Gerber, CA, United States
Remote

We are seeking compassionate and highly skilled licensed mental health therapists to join our expanding network. SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services. We help you get paired with individuals who are ideal clinical matches so that you can control and pe...

Promoted
California Correctional Health Care Services
Jurupa Valley, California

Position: Clinical Social WorkerAnnual Salary Ranges:Telehealth/Headquarters/Onsite:$94,008 - $123,132 – Licensed$87,384 - $114,456 – Pre-LicensedClinical Social Workers providing in-person care in an inpatient unit will receive:$108,108 - $141,600 – Licensed$100,488 - $131,628 – Pre-LicensedRecruit...

Promoted
Gotham Enterprises Ltd
Riverside, California

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LCSW, LPCC, LMFT) – Support Others from the Comfort of Your Home. Are you a therapist who believes in the power of connection and care? We’re looking for licensed mental health professionals to provide virtual therapy, giving people the tools they need ...

Promoted
Tranquil Oaks Hospice Care
Colton, California

Tranquil Oaks Hospice Care is currently seeking a full-time hospice RN case manager to join our team to admit and lead the coordination of patient care with the multi-disciplinary team and in compliance with Tranquil Oaks policies and procedures. The hospice RN case manager is an integral component ...

Promoted
Mental Health Systems, Inc.
San Bernardino, California

The Substance Abuse Counselor provides drug and alcohol counseling to adult clients authorized to receive substance abuse treatment under a non-residential substance abuse or mental health program. Counselors interact with clients on a day-to-day basis providing individual and group counseling, as w...

Promoted
SAC Health
San Bernardino, California

The Chaplain provides spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff to assist them in the healing process. Chaplain integrates theological education, clinical pastoral education (CPE), and spiritual care practice in caring for patients, families, and staff of all faiths, no faith,...

Promoted
Crescent City Recruitment Group
Riverside, California
Remote

PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER / HYBRID REMOTE. At the direction of the Medical Director, the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with PACE Physicians and IDT team providing assessment, planning, primary care, and continuing medical education to participa...

Promoted
County of San Bernardino California
Colton, California

Duties include identifying the needs of patients; Registered Nurse, Case Manager, Nurse, Registered, Manager, Benefits. Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC) is recruiting for Registered Nurse Case Managers who coordinate the delivery of care services from the initial point of contact through th...