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Holding position in the ED. The RN will float to MS/Tele when not utilized in ED holding.
Responsibilities include clinical procedures (IV, Foley, dressings), patient and family education, safe medication administration, monitoring of telemetry, IV, and ventilator patients, and recognizing changes in patient condition.

Valid RN license in California
2 years of experience in the Emergency Department (ED), with ED experience within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

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ICU and MS/Tele RNs must also complete an onsite EKG exam after start.

Background: 7-year background check completed within 6 months of start, plus a sex offender search within 90 days of start and monthly exclusion-list checks (FACIS Level 3 or equivalent)
Drug screen: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start
TB: TB questionnaire within 90 days of start and annually, plus a 2-step TB test or negative chest X-ray, depending on results
Immunizations: Documented immunity or vaccination for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and hepatitis B; Tdap within 10 years
Physical exam: Within 1 year of start
Fit test: Within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Flu vaccination or documentation: Required during flu season
Color vision: In-person exam by a licensed healthcare provider (online exams not accepted)
RespSafety clearance: Completed before start, renewed annually
Employment application: Full 7 years of work history with no gaps
Work history verification: Up to 7 years, with gaps over 30 days explained
References: 2 professional references required for acute care candidates

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