Admin Nurse 1 - Mpu

The ANI is responsible for assisting with clinical management and administrative coordination of the MPU nursing unit. The position is a combination of clinical and administrative responsibilities. In clinical function the ANI is a professional caregiver who provides pre-operative evaluation and medical screening of patients having anesthesia for a surgery or procedure, by reviewing and evaluating internal and external medical and other relevant documents, and conducting a pre-operative phone interview (or on-site clinical review) of the patient. The ANI will apply critical thinking processes for identification and scoring of identified and potential risk factors of surgical patients, and collaborate with the surgical team for pre-operative assessment, recommendations and management. Throughout the evaluative process, the ANI will teach and instruct patients on pre-operative care management and coordinate care with the physician, patient and staff. The ANI is responsible for maintaining efficient patient flow, clinical assessment, planning, initiating medical interventions and diagnostic work-ups, and communicating with patient/family/physician regarding any medical issues that may hinder or prevent surgery/treatment plans. The ANI will utilize problem solving, systems planning and patient care management skills in a high volume work environment. The MPU ANI administrative role will creating employee schedules, leading unit projects, and maintaining department standards. In collaboration with the Nurse Manager and Medical Director, the ANI will have involvement in new hire orientation and department projects with the goal of improving efficiency and quality of clinical work in the department. This role will participate in lectures/in-services dealing with topics concerning management of patient care. The MPU ANI supports the department's philosophy and objectives, and will also carry out all other duties as assigned. Salary range: $63.87-$92.79 Hourly

We’re seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated nursing professional with: * Current California RN license required * BSN or MSN required * 3-5 years experience in an acute hospital setting/Interventional/OR area required * 2 years ICU or Med/Surg experience required * BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required * Skill in implementing appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis * Ability to perform historical, physical and behavioral patient assessments * Ability to develop and implement and evaluate patient care plan actively involving patients, family, and staff