Job Description
Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse ready to make a difference? Oakland Medical Center is urgently seeking dedicated healthcare professionals to join our elite team. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment where your expertise is valued.
We are looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) who is committed to excellence, patient safety, and clinical excellence. If you are looking for a full-time career opportunity in Oakland, CA, with growth potential and state-of-the-art facilities, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring: Conduct thorough patient assessments and continuously monitor vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Medication Administration: Safely administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with hospital protocols and state regulations.
- Collaborative Care: Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely patient medical records and electronic health documentation.
- Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, disease management, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Emergency Response: Respond promptly to medical emergencies and critical situations within the unit.
- Infection Control: Adhere strictly to hygiene standards and infection control policies to protect patients and staff.
Qualifications
- Licensure: Active and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
- Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Critical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, sound decisions in high-pressure situations.
- Computer Literacy: Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical software.