Registered Nurse - Peds CTCU

Job description

Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.
Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance.
Required Qualifications:
• A minimum of two (2) years of recent RN experience in a Pediatric Transitional Care Unit Previous experience caring for pediatric cardiac or congenital heart disease patients.
• Experience managing patients with complex chronic medical conditions
• Knowledge of congenital heart defects and common postoperative cardiac surgical and cath care.
• The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations

Preferred Qualifications:
• BSN
• CPN

Licensure/Certifications:
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
• Current PALS and BLS for healthcare provider CPR certifications.