Title:RN, Coord,Cardio Rec Center

Location: Laguna Hills, CA

Department: Invasive Cardiology

Status: Per-diem

Shift: Days

Pay Range*: $57.31 - $89.96/hr

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. MemorialCare stands for excellence in healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.

Position Summary

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrates behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Saddleback Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.

Through demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skills, and competence, the Surgical and Medical Educator facilitates learning experiences for interdisciplinary personnel through direct and indirect methods. The Clinical Nurse Educator coordinates, implements, and evaluates educational programs. Additionally, the Clinical Nurse Educator acts as an education advisor and consultant to staff, managers and other educators to identify gaps in practice and learning needs of staff. The Clinical Nurse Educator functions as a clinical and professional role model for staff, demonstrating accountability, performance, and responsibility in clinical practice. Furthermore, this individual supports the integration and translation of research into practice as well as participates in performance improvement, evidence-based practice, or research activities utilizing LEAN methodology. The Clinical Nurse Educator provides clinical leadership and serves as a resource person to facilitate problem-solving and decision-making skills of staff. In addition, the Clinical Nurse Educator participates in various committees and projects as it relates to improved patient outcomes. The Clinical Nurse Educator functions as a change agent to improve patient care and supports interdisciplinary collaboration. The Clinical Nurse Educator integrates the Code of Ethics into all areas of practice and advocates for patients and staff at all levels.

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Experience:

·       5 years’ experience in Critical Care, Emergency Department and/or Cardiac Catheterization Lab

·       Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.,) and Electronic Medical Record such as EPIC.

·       Expertise in quality, safety, and regulatory standards supported/required by external agencies such as The Joint Commission, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), California Department of Public Health and Orange County Emergency Medical Services

Education/Licensure/Certification:

·       Current California RN Licensure required.

·       American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.

·       American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required.

·       Clinical Specialty experience preferred (SCRN, CNRN, CEN and/or CCRN).

·       Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing preferred.

·       Current certification/licensure of advanced specialized study preferred.