Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is defined as a professional who provides and supervises care to individuals and families. Utilizing a holistic approach the Registered Nurse provides a safe and confidential environment throughout the delivery of care. As a professional, the Registered Nurse is responsible for providing team leadership and maintaining professional development.

Qualifications
Current California RN licenseOne (1) year of Endoscopy experienceCurrent BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association)PALS certification (American Heart Association) within 90 days of hireHas the ability to read, speak, and write English in order to perform the duties of the position.Will demonstrate current competencies and certifications required by Endoscopy standards, including ACLS and Procedural Sedation. Understands and follows the perioperative nursing process and the principles of perioperative nursing.This position requires calls during the week and weekends (including holidays and overnight), and cleaning of flexible endoscopes.Ability to: Work as a team member to meet team goals and objectives. Work effectively under multiple demands and adjust priorities as circumstance requires meeting nursing/staffing needs of the department. Maintain a high degree of accuracy and precision on a consistent basis in the performance of nursing procedures. Treat co-workers, physicians, patients, families, visitors, and the public with dignity and respect. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all hospital staff. Maintain patient confidentiality. Work a flexible schedule and be willing to work additional hours if needed for the provision of quality patient care.Physically able to stand, stoop and lift.Able to walk and stand at least 90% of the shift. Good manual dexterity and visual and auditory acuity. Occasional potential exposure to caustic materials and fumes.Potential exposure to infectious disease as a result of handling biohazardous materials. Demonstrates ability to position, move, and transfer patients utilizing patient mobilization equipment and/or appropriate resources.

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Overview

Built-in 1973, Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento is committed to providing daily excellence in health care for residents of Sacramento’s southern suburbs, including the Elk Grove, Wilton, and Galt communities. Methodist Hospital is home to a 158 acute-care bed facility with 1,120 employees, 283 medical staff, and 29 Emergency Department beds. Methodist Hospital also owns and operates Bruceville Terrace – a 171-bed, sub-acute skilled nursing long-term care facility adjacent to the hospital that provides care for the elderly, as well as those requiring extended recoveries. Methodist Hospital is home to the Family Medicine Residency Program, an accredited and nationally recognized program which provides resident physicians with specialty training in primary care family medicine. Together, the hospital and residency program implemented a ground-breaking curriculum addressing the identification, treatment, and assistance of human trafficking victims and created a one-of-a-kind health clinic for victims, the Human Trafficking Medical Home.

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