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Organization:

SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South

Position Overview:

Provides direct and indirect patient care to clinic patients and their families utilizing the nursing processes of comprehensive patient assessment, development and implementation of nursing care plans and patient education, and on-going evaluation. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.

Job Description:

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, or RN licensure evidencing completion of an RN program.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Certification & Licensure

• RN – Registered Nurse license for the state where care is provided.
• BLS – Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Typical Experience

• Minimum 2 years of recent relevant RN experience required.
• At least 6 months of experience in a procedural, PACU, ICU, ED, or neuroscience/neurology setting within the last 2 years strongly preferred.
• Experience with neurointerventional or interventional pain management procedures is highly desirable.

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge and competence in nursing theories, concepts, and practices, including medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, with clinical competence in neurological and pain assessment using standardized scales (NRS, NIHSS, GCS, CPOT).
• Working knowledge of neurointerventional procedures including spinal cord stimulation, intrathecal pain pump management, epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and vertebral augmentation.
• Understanding of moderate sedation/analgesia principles, monitoring requirements, reversal agents, contrast media administration, and ALARA radiation safety principles.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, safety precaution policies, HIPAA, and PHI protection standards, including awareness of changes in local/state/federal regulations; ensures protection of each patient's protected health information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for explaining complex or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including patients, families, and non-clinical staff.
• Strong time management, critical thinking, and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks across pre-, intra-, and post-procedure phases in a fast-paced environment with interruptions; works independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in EHR documentation, inbox management, and scheduling systems; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook).
• Identifies, evaluates, and resolves standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options; works within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a liaison between specialty departments, facilitating seamless patient transitions and interdisciplinary communication; builds collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Patient education expertise using health literacy best practices and teach-back methodology.
• Ability to manage direct patient care responsibilities alongside clinic support, scheduling, and administrative coordination functions.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8/10 Blended

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $86.27 to $120.77 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.