RN Respiratory Telemetry

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The Staff Nurse assesses patient / family health problems and resources, takes a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care provided by the Telemetry 4 North nursing team. Provides technical nursing care and interventions to designated patient populations. This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including an ill neonate through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional / developmental age of the individual served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of the Organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support the Organization's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).

$5,000 Sign on for eligible new hires with at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Job Requirements

Minimum :

Graduate of an RN School of Nursing

Current California RN License

Current BLS certification

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred :

One year recent acute care experience

Bachelor degree in health related field

Computer literacy

ACLS certification

Where You'll Work

St. Joseph's Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. St. Joseph's Medical Center was founded in 1899 under the direction of the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael and is a not-for-profit, fully-accredited regional hospital with 395 beds, a physician staff of over 400 and more than 2400 employees. Specializing in cardiovascular care, comprehensive cancer services, and women and children's services, including neonatal intensive care, St. Joseph's is the largest hospital, as well as the largest private employer, in Stockton, California. Nationally recognized as a quality leader, St. Joseph's is consistently chosen as the most preferred hospital by local consumers.