Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) RN

UC Davis Medical Center

Sacramento, CA

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) RN

Salary or Pay Range: $73.72 - $99.20 Hourly

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. 

Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. 

Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

• At least two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse

• Telephonic triage experience

• Recent RN experience in ambulatory care (Bridges to Excellence applicable)

• At least one (1) year case management/care coordination experience

• Recent experience with sterile procedures

• Experience rehabilitation, neuromuscular disease, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.

• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.

• Commitment to excellence in patient care.

• Effective interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.

• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.

• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.

• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.

• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.

• Mastery of relational competencies

• Must pass pharmacology exam

Preferred Qualifications

• Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification (AMB-BC™) 

• BSN 

• Experience with muscular spasticity management/treatment 

• Recent experience with maintaining, refilling and troubleshooting intrathecal baclofen pumps 

• Prior authorization for medications and durable medical equipment

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Nursing Process and Practice

• 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice

• 5% - Leadership

• 5% - Professional Development

• 5% - Research

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment 

• This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials 

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:

http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=299792

Job ID #77146

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer