Emergency Room RN - Clinic

$113,838 - $155,418/Yr

Kaiser Permanente - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Diego, CA

10,001+ employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Emergency Room RN at Kaiser Permanente is responsible for providing professional nursing care in a fast-paced emergency department setting. This role involves leading the healthcare team, ensuring high standards of patient care, and demonstrating effective communication and leadership skills. The RN will utilize the nursing process to develop individualized care plans, monitor patient progress, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The position requires flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the healthcare team, delegating tasks appropriately and demonstrating accountability.
• Develop and contribute to individualized plans of care, ensuring they reflect assessment and evaluation outcomes.
• Monitor patient progress and revise care plans based on ongoing evaluations.
• Ensure patient safety and optimal pain control, addressing patient concerns and education needs.
• Practice customer service standards, ensuring a clean and functional work environment.
• Act as a resource and mentor to new employees and team members.
• Participate in problem identification and resolution within the unit.
• Organize work to minimize overtime and assist in systems improvement.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse License (California)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Six months recent full-time equivalent experience in Emergency Department or Critical Care.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in leadership roles within a healthcare setting
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and standards of practice.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $54.73 to $74.72
• Full-time employment with a structured schedule
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.