**Responsibilities** Our General Surgery Department is actively seeking **Registered** Nurses who demonstrate a commitment to patient care excellence. As a Registered Nurse in our General Surgery unit, you will play a vital role in coordinating, supervising, and implementing patient care, drawing upon your professional expertise, knowledge, and evidence-based practice. You will have the autonomy to practice at the highest standards, consistent with the Nurse Practice Act and our commitment to providing the best possible care. + Maintain compliance with all established hospital and departmental policies, procedures, and standards. + Utilize clinical knowledge and expertise to plan, evaluate, and coordinate patient care. + Establish and maintain professional relationships with staff, physicians, patients, and families. + Document and communicate all relevant patient information to the appropriate team members. + Demonstrate effective nursing judgment and a thorough understanding of the nursing process. + Proactively address patient needs during hourly rounds. + Communicate the plan of care to patients and families, encouraging their active involvement. + Demonstrate a professional and cooperative manner. + Administer medications as directed and assess patient responses. + Demonstrate an understanding of Continuous Performance Improvement. + Supervise and assign duties to unlicensed assistive personnel. + Act as a resource for all aspects of the Electronic Health Record (EHR). + Access the network and utilize electronic applications effectively. + Serve as a preceptor and role model. + Collaborate with supervisory staff to identify educational and professional growth needs. + Perform other related duties as assigned. \#RN \#OR \#Surgical **Qualifications** + Graduate of Accredited RN school of Nursing + Registered Nurse with current California license required + Minimum 3 years current acute care registered nursing experience in specialty area required. + Minimum of one year of experience in a CVOR or related setting + Current AHA BLS required + LA City Fire Card required within 90 days of hire. + Experience with EHR (Cerner MediTech etc) preferred. + Current certification in specialty area preferred. This position is represented by SEIU L121RN and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement **Overview** Founded in 1955, Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge, California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services, including the Leavey Cancer Center, a cardiovascular center, stroke center, the Center for Assault Treatment Services, a pediatric medical center, and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate, high-quality and affordable patient-centered care, we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9,000 physicians, 62,000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. One Community. One Mission. One California **Pay Range** $54.48 - $77.54 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.