County of San Mateo
Medical Surgical Nurse (Open & Promotional)
County of San Mateo, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061
NOTE: This recruitment was amended on October 22, 2024 to place a hold on accepting new applications. Applications are not currently being accepted.
NOTE: The sign-on bonus has been discontinued effective September 20, 2024.
At
San Mateo Medical Center , we are always seeking ways to enhance the already impressive services we offer. This dedication to excellence is reflected in the exceptional care we provide and the extraordinary professionals who provide it. Here, you'll have the chance to develop your talents with a skilled team of people who actively support and encourage each other's success. If you're ready to open new doors for your career, join us today! We are seeking qualified and experienced Registered Nurses to work in our Medical-Surgical unit. We are currently looking to fill one (1.0 FTE) full-time, and two (0.5 FTE's) part-time
Medical-Surgical nurse positions.
A typical shift duration is 8-hours. Under direction, the incumbent will perform varied professional nursing duties with primary emphasis on professional nursing care for hospital or patients; treat and educate patients, their families and the public about various medical conditions; record medical histories and symptoms; perform diagnostic tests and analyze results; operate medical machinery; administer treatment and medications; assist with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; and perform other duties as assigned and required by assigned clinical setting. The incumbent will be responsible for the care of general medical-surgical patients, such as Telemetry, Oncology, and Pediatric patients.
The ideal candidate is fully competent to:
Provide hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner. Practice within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirement, standards of care, and hospital policies. Perform all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data, planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. Partner with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. Monitor the quality of nursing care provided. Take responsibility for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications, and maintaining current knowledge regarding assigned patient population. Contribute to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise in unit or hospital wide. Fluency in Spanish is preferred, but not required. Chemotherapy Certification is preferred. Recent acute inpatient medical surgical experience for greater than 1 year is also preferred. Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$66.49 - $78.58 Hourly $5,319.20 - $6,286.40 Biweekly $11,524.71 - $13,620.27 Monthly Relief Nurse Salary
$66.02 - $82.52 Hourly $5,281.60 - $6,601.60 Biweekly $11,443.47 - $14,303.47 Monthly Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Complete patient assessments and triage; record patient histories, symptoms and observations. Establish and implement nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation. Participate in patient case conferences and rounds. Organize, assign and supervise duties and responsibilities of other staff members as a team leader; orient and teach new staff members of the nursing team and students. Perform nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures. Identify problems, assist in data gathering, propose solutions and participate in evaluation of quality assurance issues. Work with patients and their families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referral. Participate in educational programs to maintain level of expertise. Maintain records and prepare reports. Operate a variety of medical machinery and equipment. Administer treatment and medications. Maintain knowledge of outpatient resources. Develop discharge plans for patients. Perform related duties as assigned and as required by assigned work setting.
Licensure/Certification:
Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse or equivalent. Possession and maintenance of BLS certification. Possession and maintenance of ACLS certification. Possession and maintenance of Oncology Nursing certification within three months of hire.
Knowledge of:
Nurse Practice Act. Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting. Safety and infection control practices. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment.
Skill/Ability to:
Perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting. Comply with clinical procedures and policies. Maintain professional nurse-patient relationships. Communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background. Work harmoniously with other personnel. Follow safety practices. Assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. Bend, kneel and squat as needed. Occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Work in a busy environment. Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.
A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume or CV will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
IMPORTANT:
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
"Apply"
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
https://jobs.smcgov.org
to apply.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
San Mateo County
is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.
HR Contact: Carolyn Burns (100223) (Medical Surgical Nurse-F031) #J-18808-Ljbffr
At
San Mateo Medical Center , we are always seeking ways to enhance the already impressive services we offer. This dedication to excellence is reflected in the exceptional care we provide and the extraordinary professionals who provide it. Here, you'll have the chance to develop your talents with a skilled team of people who actively support and encourage each other's success. If you're ready to open new doors for your career, join us today! We are seeking qualified and experienced Registered Nurses to work in our Medical-Surgical unit. We are currently looking to fill one (1.0 FTE) full-time, and two (0.5 FTE's) part-time
Medical-Surgical nurse positions.
A typical shift duration is 8-hours. Under direction, the incumbent will perform varied professional nursing duties with primary emphasis on professional nursing care for hospital or patients; treat and educate patients, their families and the public about various medical conditions; record medical histories and symptoms; perform diagnostic tests and analyze results; operate medical machinery; administer treatment and medications; assist with patient follow-up and rehabilitation; and perform other duties as assigned and required by assigned clinical setting. The incumbent will be responsible for the care of general medical-surgical patients, such as Telemetry, Oncology, and Pediatric patients.
The ideal candidate is fully competent to:
Provide hands-on care to patients, practicing in an evidence-based manner. Practice within the Scope of Practice of the California Nursing Practice Act, regulatory requirement, standards of care, and hospital policies. Perform all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients; interpreting data, planning, implementing, and evaluating care; coordinating care with other providers; and teaching the patient and family the knowledge and skills needed to manage their care and prevent complications. Partner with the patient’s family wherever possible, considering all aspects of care, to deliver family centered care. Monitor the quality of nursing care provided. Take responsibility for his/her own professional development, including licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications, and maintaining current knowledge regarding assigned patient population. Contribute to the profession of nursing through such activities as teaching others, sharing expertise in unit or hospital wide. Fluency in Spanish is preferred, but not required. Chemotherapy Certification is preferred. Recent acute inpatient medical surgical experience for greater than 1 year is also preferred. Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$66.49 - $78.58 Hourly $5,319.20 - $6,286.40 Biweekly $11,524.71 - $13,620.27 Monthly Relief Nurse Salary
$66.02 - $82.52 Hourly $5,281.60 - $6,601.60 Biweekly $11,443.47 - $14,303.47 Monthly Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Complete patient assessments and triage; record patient histories, symptoms and observations. Establish and implement nursing care plans for each patient through assessment, development, activation and evaluation. Participate in patient case conferences and rounds. Organize, assign and supervise duties and responsibilities of other staff members as a team leader; orient and teach new staff members of the nursing team and students. Perform nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures. Identify problems, assist in data gathering, propose solutions and participate in evaluation of quality assurance issues. Work with patients and their families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referral. Participate in educational programs to maintain level of expertise. Maintain records and prepare reports. Operate a variety of medical machinery and equipment. Administer treatment and medications. Maintain knowledge of outpatient resources. Develop discharge plans for patients. Perform related duties as assigned and as required by assigned work setting.
Licensure/Certification:
Possession of a California license as a Registered Nurse or equivalent. Possession and maintenance of BLS certification. Possession and maintenance of ACLS certification. Possession and maintenance of Oncology Nursing certification within three months of hire.
Knowledge of:
Nurse Practice Act. Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting. Safety and infection control practices. Clinical systems, supplies and equipment.
Skill/Ability to:
Perform nursing procedures required for assigned clinical setting. Comply with clinical procedures and policies. Maintain professional nurse-patient relationships. Communicate with and educate patients, families, and the public who come from a diverse background. Work harmoniously with other personnel. Follow safety practices. Assist in the instruction of other nursing and paraprofessional personnel. Bend, kneel and squat as needed. Occasionally use upper extremities to exert force to push and pull patients/objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Work in a busy environment. Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.
A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume or CV will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
IMPORTANT:
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
"Apply"
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
https://jobs.smcgov.org
to apply.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. ~TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE~ This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
San Mateo County
is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.
HR Contact: Carolyn Burns (100223) (Medical Surgical Nurse-F031) #J-18808-Ljbffr