Under direct supervision, the primaryresponsibilities of the RN TRU (Transitional Recovery Unit) include the directnursing care of patients, utilizing the nursing process; the development andapplication of leadership, management, and communication concepts, teaching ofpatients and staff; maintenance of professional standards; ability to assumethe charge nurse role for the unit in the stead and/or absence ofadministrative staff. Participate with health team members for problem solvingin area management. Assist in the development and implementation of standard,method and tools to improve patient care. Candidate must be able to functionwith a minimum of supervision and be highly motivated to provide excellent careand patient advocacy.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, current active California R.N. licensure and clinical skills applicable to nursing specialty.
- Writing skills to accurately document the operative procedure with all interventions; i.e., drug and supply dispensing, equipment measurements and team member presence.
- Skills in setting priorities, organizing workload effectively and integrating multiple assignments with multilevel personnel.
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to direct nursing practice and prioritize problem solving.
- Skill in speaking the English language with excellent medical/surgical terminology Candidate must also be telemetry certified.
- BSN required.
- Official Transcripts and/or original diploma from a registered nursing program must be provided upon hire
UCLA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.