Registered Nurse (RN), Step Down Unit, Full Time, Day

LOCATION DESCRIPTION:

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for the planning and provision of nursing care to patients in the step-down unit.  Accurately interprets ECG rhythm and manages care of patients during life threatening emergencies in populations served. Supervises and delegates care responsibilities to ancillary personnel commensurate with their scope of practice.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Required cardiovascular nursing knowledge and skills applicable to the care of post-coronary intervention and open heart patients during their rehab & discharge phase of their hospitalization.  Has excellent observation, good nursing judgment/critical thinking, and good oral and written communication skills.  Ability to work with multiple tasks in a team setting utilizing interpersonal, organizational and prioritizing skills.  Able to supervise and delegate care responsibilities to ancillary personnel commensurate with their scope of practice.

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate's degree or equivalent: Required
• Bachelor's degree: Preferred
• Basic Dysrhythmia course: Preferred
• 6-months of cardiac step-down or telemetry experience in last 2 years: Preferred
• Completion of Critical Care Course: Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current California RN license: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association: Required
• ACLS through the American Heart Association (New Graduate RNs must obtain ACLS within 6 months): Required
• Basic Dysrhythmia Course: Preferred

 

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.