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**Description** Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and coordinating patient care during the intra-operative phase. Assists the physician during surgery and procedures by functioning in the circulating role. Participates with other facility team members to provide optimal patient care and efficient patient flow, taking into consideration the population specific needs for patients at all stages of life. **Qualifications** **Education/Certification/Licensure:** Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing Required RN - Current license to practice in the State of California Required BLS/CPR, ACLS & PALS Required **Experience:** • Significant experience working in a multi-specialty OR, preferably in a Hospital and/or ambulatory surgery center. This level of experience is typically achieved in approximately one to three years. Three years preferred. Or • Interns or employees that have successfully completed the OR training program. **Knowledge:** Demonstrated knowledge and interpersonal skills necessary to tactfully interact with diverse health professionals, physicians and patients. Extensive knowledge of AORN Standards, infection control and sterilization practices is required. Must have current knowledge of instrumentation and equipment utilized for various surgical specialties. Knowledge of the use and function of surgical equipment is required. Must have a working knowledge of applicable regulations and standards. **Special Skills/Equipment:** Demonstrated skills in written and verbal communications, functional supervision/ delegation and human relations is required Must be a flexible, creative individual who is open to change along with the ability to handle multiple priorities. Requires the ability to operate and trouble-shoot OR surgical equipment. ACLS/PALS (per facility policy) Computer skills are required. Adult training skills are preferred. **Primary Location:** California, Greater Sacramento Area, Sacramento **Organization:** Sutter Outpatient Services **Employee Status:** Regular **Benefits:** Yes **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Union:** No **Job Shift:** Day **Shift Hours:** 8 Hour Shift **Days of the Week Scheduled:** Monday-Friday **Weekend Requirements:** None **Schedule:** Part Time **Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:** 64 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

**Description** **Job Summary:** The Registered Nurse in the Acute Care setting manages the patient/family experience through utilization of critical thinking, teamwork, effective communication, and nursing judgment/knowledge/skills. **Principal Accountabilities** Community- Promotes a positive relationship between Sutter Health and the community. Finance - Utilizes resources to deliver quality care in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Growth - Actively manages patient/family plan of care throughout the hospitalization to achieve optimal transition and progression toward discharge for patient/family. People -Coordinates the activities of the health care team in a professional manner according to the Standards of Excellence promoting a positive work environment. Quality- Provides optimal care to patients' and family which is collaborative, evidence based and meets national/facility standards to achieve the best possible outcome. Service - Cares for patient/family according to the Sutter Difference standards and activities ensuring the best patient/family experience. **Qualifications** **MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:** **Education/ Knowledge, including Licensure/ Certification/ Registration** Current licensure California RN or Interim Permitee; BLS -Health Care Provider. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BS preferred. **Experience:** Acute care experience preferred Experience in area of clinical specialty preferred **Knowledge:** + Must have demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills and effective English written and communication skills. + Aware of adult learning principles in providing teaching of patients and their significant others. + Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred in specialty areas. + Knowledge of nursing proces in the assessment of physical and psychological needs of patients and their significant others. **Skills:** Independently practices and prioritizes multiple demands in an ever-changing environment. Good interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) and teamwork skills are required. **Department Specific Requirements:** Emergency Department: ACLS upon hire or within 6 months of start date and must be maintained. A minimum of one year recent critical care experience preferred **Primary Location:** California, Greater Sacramento Area, Sacramento **Organization:** Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento **Employee Status:** Regular **Employee Referral Bonus:** No **Benefits:** Yes **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Union:** No **Job Shift:** Night **Shift Hours:** 12 Hour Shift **Days of the Week Scheduled:** Varied Days **Weekend Requirements:** Every Other Weekend **Schedule:** Full Time **Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:** 72 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

**Description** The primary role of the **Registered Nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)** is to coordinate and deliver care of the post anesthesia patient immediately post operatively, addressing the physical, psychological, safety, rehabilitative, and learning needs of patients and their families. This function is performed in association with nursing peers and co-workers, attending physicians, and allied support services. The Registered Nurse in PACU uses the nursing process, medical therapeutics, and technological and personal interventions to a population including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. **Qualifications** **MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:** **Education** : Graduate of an accredited registered nurse program. Current California RN license or interim permit. **Experience:** Acute care experience preferred. Experience in area of clinical specialty preferred. **Knowledge:** Knowledge of nursing process in the assessment of physical and psychological needs of patients and their significant others. Demonstrate basic nursing skills. Aware of adult learning principles in providing teaching of patients and their significant others. Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred in specialty areas. **SGH PACU Specific Requirements:** Two years PACU or ICU experience required. Current ACLS on hire and must maintain recognition. PALS preferred Demonstrate competency with hemodynamic monitoring. Demonstrate competency with ventilator management. **SMH PACU Department Specific Requirements:** One year of PACU or ICU, PICU, NICU or ER experience required Current ACLS certification or obtained within 6 months of hire and recognition maintained. Current PALS certification or obtained within 6 months of hire and recognition maintained. Demonstrates competency with hemodynamic monitoring Demonstrates competency with ventilator management **Primary Location:** California, Greater Sacramento Area, Sacramento **Organization:** Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento **Employee Status:** Regular **Employee Referral Bonus:** No **Benefits:** No **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Union:** No **Job Shift:** Variable **Shift Hours:** 8 Hour Shift **Days of the Week Scheduled:** Varied Days **Weekend Requirements:** Other **Schedule:** Per Diem **Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:** per diem All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

**Description** **Job Summary:** The Registered Nurse in the Acute Care setting manages the patient/family experience through utilization of critical thinking, teamwork, effective communication, and nursing judgment/knowledge/skills. **Principal Accountabilities** Community- Promotes a positive relationship between Sutter Health and the community. Finance - Utilizes resources to deliver quality care in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Growth - Actively manages patient/family plan of care throughout the hospitalization to achieve optimal transition and progression toward discharge for patient/family. People -Coordinates the activities of the health care team in a professional manner according to the Standards of Excellence promoting a positive work environment. Quality- Provides optimal care to patients' and family which is collaborative, evidence based and meets national/facility standards to achieve the best possible outcome. Service - Cares for patient/family according to the Sutter Difference standards and activities ensuring the best patient/family experience. **Qualifications** **MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:** **Education/ Knowledge, including Licensure/ Certification/ Registration** Current licensure California RN or Interim Permitee; BLS -Health Care Provider. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BS preferred. **Experience:** Acute care experience preferred Experience in area of clinical specialty preferred **Knowledge:** + Must have demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills and effective English written and communication skills. + Aware of adult learning principles in providing teaching of patients and their significant others. + Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred in specialty areas. + Knowledge of nursing proces in the assessment of physical and psychological needs of patients and their significant others. **Skills:** Independently practices and prioritizes multiple demands in an ever-changing environment. Good interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) and teamwork skills are required. **Department Specific Requirements:** Emergency Department: ACLS upon hire or within 6 months of start date and must be maintained. A minimum of one year recent critical care experience preferred **Primary Location:** California, Greater Sacramento Area, Sacramento **Organization:** Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento **Employee Status:** Regular **Employee Referral Bonus:** No **Benefits:** Yes **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Union:** No **Job Shift:** Night **Shift Hours:** 12 Hour Shift **Days of the Week Scheduled:** Varied Days **Weekend Requirements:** Every Other Weekend **Schedule:** Full Time **Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:** 72 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

**Description** **POSITION SUMMARY** The Registered Nurse in the Acute Care setting manages the patient/family experience through utilization of criticalthinking, teamwork, effective communication, and nursing judgment/knowledge/skills. **Qualifications** **MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS** **Education/including Licensure/ Certification/ Registration** Current licensure California RN or Interim Permitee; BLS -Health Care Provider; see attached for department and facility specific requirements. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BS preferred. **Knowledge:** Must have demonstrated knowledge of basic nursing skills and effective English written and communication skills. **Experience:** Significant experience working in a operating room supporting multi-specialties, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center is required, such as typically obtained in approximately 3 years is required Experience with the pediatric population is preferred. **Skills/Knowledge:** Requires the ability to assists the physician during surgery and procedures by functioning in the circulating role. The position coordinates the activities of the Anesthesiologist, Surgical Technologist, and Surgeon to ensure safe patient care. Requires the ability to ensure patient safety through appropriate transport, transfer and positioning of patient. Requires the ability to ensure appropriate levels of supplies and equipment to provide safe patient care. Requires the ability to monitor the environment to ensure sterile technique is maintained throughout the procedure Requires the ability to operate and trouble shoot OR surgical equipment Requires the ability to perform professional intra-operative nursing care of the patient by utilizing the nursing care process and making a plan for patient care. Must be flexible, and open to change along with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast paced environment. Must be able to work in with other nursing staff in the pre-op, OR, and PACU, as well as with ancillary staff, to provide safe, efficient patient care. **Primary Location:** California, Greater Sacramento Area, Sacramento **Organization:** Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento **Employee Status:** Regular **Employee Referral Bonus:** No **Benefits:** Yes **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Union:** No **Job Shift:** Variable **Shift Hours:** 8 Hour Shift **Days of the Week Scheduled:** Monday-Friday **Weekend Requirements:** Other **Schedule:** Full Time **Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:** 80 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

**Description** The Stroke Coordinator is a registered nurse (RN), responsible for the coordination and management of the stroke program and oversees the care of stroke patients at Sutter Medical Center Sacramento. The Stroke Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Medical Director of the Stroke Program and the Regional Neuroscience Institute to ensure the care for the stroke patient throughout the continuum. The Stroke Coordinator collaborates with the stroke leadership team members, to ensure comprehensive clinical treatment, decisions, and diagnoses for inpatients and will oversee medical record documentation to reflect best practice standards of care. The Stroke Coordinator will build relationships, support patients, and solve problems with the end goals being elimination of barriers to care, timely delivery of services, and better patient outcomes. Deliverables of the Stroke Coordinator include: drive quality outcomes in stroke care through successful implementation and monitoring of current evidence based clinical practice guidelines. Coordinates and ensures effective communication and documentation across the continuum of care; between physician specialists, internists, the breadth of clinical and non-clinical support service providers and the patients and their families. Provides input to patient assessment processes and treatment care plans for the patient population and suggests/drafts revisions to or devises new policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services. Maintains constructive collegial relations and collaborates with other clinical/support service managers in cross-functional process improvement initiatives, facilitates open communication and problem solving to ensure the effective coordination and integration of services within and between units. Assures that SMCS maintains a patient-centric focus by serving as a role model with consistent emphasis on patient and family relations, providing feedback regarding positive and negative customer comments and participating in customer satisfaction and clinical outcomes initiatives. Continuously invests in personal and professional growth, education and development and remains current on all matters relating to managing the Stroke Program. Collaborates with hospital leadership on all relevant employee mandatory competencies, training, on dedicated neuro inpatient units and ED. Quality/Stroke Survey Prep: Identifies, implements and coordinates stroke survey preparation including but not limited to: data collection and monitoring of key performance measures; staff competencies and continuing stroke education as well as EBP protocol/ guidelines oversight. Supervises the direction and compliance of policy/procedure/protocol development, committee activities and projects as they pertain to the development of the Stroke Program. Responsible for directing all Stroke Program meetings and if necessary arranges for high level meetings between departments to ensure that the program runs effectively. Collects data with the objective of analyzing for quality measures in a timely fashion, addresses outcomes in stroke patient population and opportunities for performance improvement Supervises the activities and direction of the Stroke Program staff. **Qualifications** **Requirements:** + Valid CA RN License Required + Certified Neuroscience RN - CN-Neuro is required. (If not current, obtained within one year of hire) + Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (for the healthcare provider) is required. + ACLS is required + Completion of Human Research Subject Certification (ex: CITI) is required within 6 months of hire. **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required. Master's degree in Nursing is preferred. **Experience:** + Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in the care of stroke patients in the inpatient setting with a minimum of one year experience in critical care of ER preferred. + Three years’ experience in Performance Improvement strategies, comprehensive knowledge of regulatory, accrediting and Primary Stroke Center designation requirements iss required. + Experience with all aspects of clinical research and trials preferred. + Previous experience working in case management preferred. + Experience with Comprehensive Stroke Center accreditation process preferred **Skills and Knowledge:** + Must demonstrate excellent writing skills and knowledge of correct business English; strong organization skills, ability to perform multiple tasks with interruptions and manage time effectively to achieve simultaneous goals + Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with physicians, hospital personnel and external agencies, both verbally and in writing. Must have strong problem-solving skills, demonstrated by effective problem identification and problem-solving. -Must have experience with automated databases. + Must demonstrate proficiency using a computer including software programs such as word, excel and data management software programs, such as “Get with the Guidelines” and Midas + Must demonstrate a Commitment to Quality: •Demonstrates commitment to total quality management principles through knowledge and incorporation of its precepts, workplace applications and lean principles in meeting organization quality goals•Exhibits a customer centric focus in accordance with the customer service philosophy of Sutter Medical Center and Sutter Neuroscience Institute. + •Actively participates in , and encourages other to utilize creative out of the box thinking to facilitate innovation and growth within the stroke program.•Demonstrates responsibility for ongoing personal development, professional growth and continuing education.•Demonstrates self-direction and motivation in meeting the goals of the role with minimal supervision. Is successful in meeting milestones and goals within the established time frame. **Primary Location:** California, Greater Sacramento Area, Sacramento **Organization:** Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento **Employee Status:** Regular **Benefits:** Yes **Position Status:** Exempt **Union:** No **Job Shift:** Day **Shift Hours:** 8 Hour Shift **Days of the Week Scheduled:** Monday-Friday **Weekend Requirements:** Other **Schedule:** Full Time **Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:** 80 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

El Dorado County is one of the most beautiful counties in the state of California.    You can avoid the valley commute and fog and take in the natural  beauty.  Check out our video to learn more!   ELEVATE TO EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is conducting this recruitment to fill the following vacancies in the Health and Human Services Agency, Public Health Division:   The ideal candidate for these vacancies will possess superior oral and written communication skills, strong analytic skills, ability to conduct comprehensive nursing assessment and formulate intervention plans, the ability to work independently, and the ability to work across multi-agency or multidisciplinary professional networks.   Two (2) limited term vacancies in the Community Hub, located on the Western Slope of El Dorado County, CA, which is anticipated to end 6/30/2020 .    In addition to the above, the ideal candidate for this vacancy will also possess the ability to develop and nurture collaborative community relationships,  to conduct health screenings and assessments, provide health education, promote medical follow-up and facilitate access to specialty physical and mental health care for at-risk families.    One (1) full time vacancy in the Health Care Program for Children in Foster Care, located in Placerville, CA.  In addition to the above, the ideal candidate for this vacancy will also possess critical problem solving ability, the ability to respond to sudden and unexpected demands, skill in navigating multiple health care systems to effectively coordinate care, ability to provide medical care consultation and diagnostic interpretation, a basic understanding of psychotropic mediations, and the ability to provide health education to various audiences.   This recruitment will also establish a list which may be used for up to three months to fill future full time, part time, and extra help vacancies throughout the county.  This recruitment will remain open until filled. A Training and Experience Evaluation will be utilized to determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list.  Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.   DEFINITION Under general supervision, provides a full range of public health nursing ser­vices including teaching, health assessment, and counseling services in homes, clinics, schools and community centers in connection with the prevention and control of diseases and adverse health conditions and the development of good health lifestyles. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Public Health Nurse I   is the entry-level class of this professional series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents perform the more routine public health nursing practice activities while learning more skilled and complex work. As experience and competency is gained, practice activities become more diversified and are performed under more general supervision. This class is alternately staffed with Public Health Nurse II, and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency, which meet the qualifications for the higher-level class. Public Health Nurse II is the journey level class in this series; fully com­petent to perform a wide range of activities requiring independence and professional judgment with minimal supervision utilizing nursing practice skills to implement and oversee individual, clinical, family focused, and population based programs. This class is distinguished from Supervising Public Health Nurse in that the latter supervises specialized health projects and programs and/or performs more specialized or complex public health nursing practice activities involving the more difficult client cases. Examples of Essential Functions Participates on a health services team with other professionals and paraprofessionals in the delivery of public health nursing services. Makes home visits in assigned areas to provide health education, assessment and counseling to clients. Provides counseling and guidance to patients who have contracted a com­municable disease and for crippled children who appear in need of medical or nursing assistance; encourages patients to seek early medical diagnosis. Records communicable disease as prescribed by state and county laws and regulations. Explains doctor's instructions and recommendations to patient and patient's family; instructs patients and family in isolation and preventive techniques. Identifies and assess physical, mental and emotional problems of client and family unit utilizing observation, history-taking and data collection skills; analyzes information obtained to determine areas of follow-up and referral. Develops nursing care plans; acts as client liaison and advocate to medical and other community resources. Follows up on treatment recommendations with client and other involved agencies to ensure effective care and guidance to individuals and families. Provides group and individual teaching relating to disease prevention, health promotion, treatment maintenance and rehabilitation. Provides AIDS counseling, testing and education; prepares periodic statistical reports related to AIDS incidence and treatment for state agencies; serves as program contact for the community. Provides family planning and perinatal guidance to clients throughout pregnancy, using educational pamphlets and visual aids; continues postpartum visits to offer guidance and referral for issues of health, safety, parenting, socio-economic and environment. Performs selected diagnostic tests, using standardized procedures; gives prescribed treatments; assists physicians in outpatient clinics. Utilizes nursing intervention skills to prevent disease, promote healthy behavior and alleviate conditions adversely affecting the health and safety of individuals, families and the community, including promoting the avoidance of tobacco usage. Provides pre-natal and post-partum nursing care and conducts well-child clinics. Evaluates the needs of special population groups including the elderly, recent immigrants, those choosing alternate lifestyles and other cultural and economic groups. Acts as health consultant to community groups and participates on a variety of health planning and educational committees. Attendance and punctuality that is observant of scheduled hours on a regular basis. Performs related work as assigned. Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in application will not be accepted) Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement. Public Health Nurse I: Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from a nursing school accredited by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) approved accrediting body, -OR- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in a field other than nursing, and completion of a specialized public health nursing program that includes a supervised clinical experience at a baccalaureate school of nursing accredited by a BRN approved accrediting body. Public Health Nurse II: Experience: In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience as a public health nurse in a setting comparable to local, state, or federal public or community health work environment. Other Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Must possess a valid license as a Registered Nurse or eligible for Registered Nurse licensure reciprocity in the State of California, and certification as a Public Health Nurse as issued by the California State Board of Nursing. Knowledge of: Principles, practices and current trends of public health nursing. Provisions of the California Nursing Practice Act and state and local health codes. Demographic, biostatistical and data collection methods utilized in evaluating public health needs and problems. Principles of nutrition and its effect on varying age groups. Pathophysiology of the major causes of illness and handicapping conditions. Normal growth and development, including the aging process. Principles and practices of public health education and teaching. Principles, practices and methods of control and prevention of communicable and chronic disease. Maternal, child and adolescent health principles and practices. Methods of prevention of accidents and abuse and neglect of children, spouses and the elderly. County, state, welfare, social service and financial support resources and agencies. Skill in: Performing nursing assessments and selected diagnostic tests and giving prescribed treatments. Identifying community health needs through analysis of demographic and biostatistical data and information. Assessing abnormal health and behavior, and developing effective treatment and referral plans. Following up on recommended treatment plans to ensure effective resolution of health and related problems. Identifying the impact of cultural differences on community health care practices. Preparing clear, complete and accurate documentation, reports, and other written correspondence. Ability to: Manage a caseload and establish priorities for case management, treatment and referral. Apply the principles of epidemiology to a wide range of social and health problems. Communicate clear and accurate information regarding clients to physicians, health providers and others. Exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Environment: Work is primarily performed in the community /field and/or indoors in a standard office/clinic setting, with potential exposure to human pathogens. Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a field or office setting and operate office equipment; vision in the normal visual range with or without correction sufficient to read computer screens, measuring device gradations and printed documents; hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.   Constantly   sitting, walking and standing; bending and reaching; wrist and arm motions and upward/downward flexion of neck; fine finger dexterity of both hands, ability to grasp and hold, ; lifting, carrying or pushing objects that weigh up to 16 lbs.   Occasionally   climbing; lifting, carrying or pushing objects that weigh more than 16 lbs.

**Description** **POSITION SUMMARY** The **RN Advice Nurse** Practices registered nursing within a care center and/or via the telephone utilizing the nursing process, input fromclinicians, and the organizationally approved nursing guidelines/ protocols within scope of practice. Must meetestablished benchmarks as defined by SMF care center standards. **Principal Accountabilities** Accurately communicates and documents assessments and recommended interventions within identified timeframes, consistently consulting with the client's clinician regarding medical conditions of concern according to protocol. Conducts telephone assessments of patients with acute and/or chronic health problems. Performs direct patient care, including any follow-up activities as needed. Provides information regarding prescribed or over the counter (OTC) medications and therapies. Provides patient and family education as requested. This may involve conducting research of available information or community resources. Provides training, direction and guidance to clinical staff as needed or requested. Schedules and confirms appointments and test or connects the client to the local EMS system as indicated. Triages and advises patients to the most appropriate level of care. **Qualifications** **MINIMUM POSITION REQUIRMENTS** **Education/ including Licensure/ Certification/ Registration:** Current licensure as an RN in the state of California. BLS Healthcare provider. Must pass SMF pre-screen test, Clinical Core Competencies Assessment and annual Basic Skills Assessment Test. ACLS is strongly preferred and may be required in some care center settings. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. **Knowledge:** Knowledge of scope of practice for RNs in the State of California. Professional knowledge of clinical nursing protocols with emphasis in the areas of disease processes, emergencies, health sciences, and pharmacology. Knowledge and understanding of managed care concepts strongly recommended. Knowledge of what medical symptomology constitutes urgent/emergent care. Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations. Knowledge of clinical protocols for vital signs. Knowledge of normal values for vital signs (BP, Pulse, Respirations, Temps). Knowledge of medical positioning for patients. Knowledge of scheduling practices/referrals for physician offices preferred. Knowledge of effective teamwork practices between front and back office staff. **Experience** : Three to five years of practical nursing experience. Ambulatory, outpatient or emergency room care experience preferred. One-two (1-2) years of practical experience as an RN in a physicians office or medical office setting preferred. **Skills** : Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a complex fast-paced environment and take appropriate actions in emergent situations. Must be able to work within established timeframes with attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrates high level of skill in creative problem solving, setting priorities and the ability to use these skills in an environment where the nature of patient inquiries is unpredictable. Ability to type and demonstrate computer skills. Demonstrated and proficient skills in all steps of the nursing process. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills, provision of care, and provision of advice and instruction via telephone. Customer service/people skills sufficient to deal with patients on the telephone who need reassurance and/or advice regarding health issues. Ability to effectively collaborate with other healthcare team members. Ability to work with a variety of personalities in the medical office setting. Ability to type 35-40 words per minute and feel comfortable with clinical setting computer operations. **Primary Location:** California, Greater Sacramento Area, Sacramento **Organization:** Sutter Medical Foundation - Central **Employee Status:** Regular **Employee Referral Bonus:** No **Benefits:** Yes **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Union:** No **Job Shift:** Day/Evening **Shift Hours:** 10 Hour Shift **Days of the Week Scheduled:** Monday-Friday **Weekend Requirements:** Other **Schedule:** Full Time **Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:** 80 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Eskaton Community -   Eskaton Village Carmichael, Eskaton Care Center Manzanita, Eskaton Care Center Fair Oaks, Eskaton Care Center Greenhaven Eskaton offers excellent health benefits for Full Time employees. Our PPO health plan provides medical, dental, Rx, and vision coverage effective the first of the month, following 60 days of employment. Eskaton Care Center Greenhaven – 2 Positions Available – 1 Full Time Position – AM Shift / 1 Full Time PM Shift Eskaton Care Center Fair Oaks – 9 Positions Available –  3 Full Time Positions – AM Shift /4 Full Time Positions – PM Shift/ 2 On Call Position – NOC Shift Eskaton Village Carmichael  – 6 Positions Available/ 1 On Call – All Shifts / 2 Half Time – NOC Shift/ 3 Full Time Positions – All Shifts Eskaton Care Center Manzanita –  3 Positions available/ 2 On Call Positions – Varied Shifts/ 1 Full Time Position – AM Shift     On Call Positions Do Not Qualify for Benefits The Certified Nurses Assistant provides personal care, nursing assistance, and other assigned tasks to residents. The Certified Nurses Assistant duties also include direct resident care, assisting with daily living activities, and providing resident documentation. Duties and assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the Supervising Nurse or the Director of Nursing based on the evaluation of the resident’s needs. This is a summary  – a complete job description will be available at time of interview. EOE/M/F/DISABLED/VET All Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

ACRC is seeking a Nursing Consultant at the Sacramento office. Specifically, this position will support client transition activity from Sonoma Developmental Center, Porterville Developmental Center, and Fairview Developmental Center. This position assists Regional Center operations by providing nursing assessments and assisting in integrating the assessment into the individual programs for developmentally disabled adults and by serving as a consultant to staff and community groups as required. The Nursing Consultant will assess the developmental and health care management needs of clients, advise Service Coordination staff in regards to level of nursing care and equipment needs, assist staff in locating nursing care services to provide appropriate care to clients, review Medicaid client charts for certification/decertification process and data entry and audits of compliance for Medicaid Waiver requirements, consult on health care questions from staff, and conduct in-service instruction and continuing education opportunities for staff. Experience and Skills: Applicants must posses a RN License from the State of California; two years of increasingly responsible public health nursing experience in family or adult health; knowledge of nursing principles, methods, procedures, and equipment applicable to serving the developmentally disabled; knowledge of training and consultative techniques, community organization and resources, and programs and services for the developmentally disabled; knowledge of developmental process from conception through adulthood, health and disease aspects of diagnosis, and treatment and management of developmentally disabled children and adults; excellent written and verbal communication skills including public speaking; and excellent interpersonal skills, organization, and time management. BSN or MSN strongly preferred. Other requirements and qualifications apply. Job Benefits:   ACRC offers an excellent working environment and a benefits package to include 90% employer-paid health insurance plus low-cost dependent coverage including domestic partners; 100% employer-paid chiropractic, dental, and vision insurance for employees plus dependents; 100% employer-paid employee life insurance coverage; 100% employer-paid long term disability coverage; flexible benefits pre-tax spending program; CalPERS employee pension plan (includes 10.439% employer contribution); and 457 and 403-B voluntary tax shelter annuities. Other benefits include 17-22 annual vacation days, 12 annual sick days, 14 paid holidays, longevity leave, Employee Assistance Program, and many other generous benefits. This is intended to represent a general summary of benefit plans and coverages only.