Staff Nurse II - San Francisco, United States - Kaiser

The Registered Nurse (RN) II is a professional caregiver who takes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a set period. The RN II provides care to patients through the use of self, the nursing process, the environment, instrumentation, and other health care team members.

• Conducts assessment/data collection systematically, focusing on various aspects like physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and cognitive status, nutrition, pain management, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy.
• Develops a goal-directed care plan when appropriate.
• Delivers care skillfully, consistently, and continuously.
• Prioritizes patient care based on essential needs and available resources.
• Identifies patient/family education needs and addresses them.
• Shows awareness and sensitivity to patient/family rights, cultural differences, and ethical beliefs.
• Coordinates care for patients and specific patient populations.
• Builds effective relationships with the health care team, patients, and families.
• Delegates tasks appropriately and coordinates health care team duties.
• Evaluates the care provided by team members.
• Uses effective communication methods and skills.
• Applies safety principles and protocols during patient care.
• Performs efficiently during emergencies, staying composed and documenting events.
• Takes responsibility for own professional practice.
• Participates in staff development activities.
• Understands legal issues related to patient care.
• Engages in Performance Improvement activities.
• Participates in nursing research projects.
• Identifies and resolves problems effectively.
• Demonstrates a service-oriented approach in all interactions.
• Provides data for staffing decisions and shows flexibility in resolving staffing issues.
• Proficient in using computers and documenting patient information.
• Performs other relevant duties as required.

• Minimum of one year recent experience in L&D or completion of a KP Labor & Delivery Training Program within the past 12 months.

• High School Diploma/GED
• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Current RN License in California
• Basic Life Support and Neonatal Resuscitation Program certifications

• Knowledge of the RN scope of practice.
• Commitment to service orientation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Current ACLS certification may be required in some units.

• Completion of AWHONN L&D course preferred.

Location: California, San Francisco, San Francisco 2425 Geary Hospital
24 hours per week, Evening Shift, Part-time
Employee Status: Regular | Employee Group/Union: A10, NNU, California Nurse's Association

About: Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workforce.