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Kaiser Permanente is looking for a Staff Nurse

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer.DEPARTMENT: PACU SCHEDULE: On Call, 0hrs/week; SHIFT: Night, Must be available to work weekends. Position requires working on Saturdays and taking call on weekends and holidays. Assignment requires rotation of days off for vacation/holiday/weekend coverage. Changes in days off are subject to operational needs with appropriate notification.EDUCATION: EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATON:High School Diploma/GED Current California RN License, BLS Depending on the particular specialty, ACLS and or NRP and or PALS may also be required for this position. See job duties for specific requirements for specialty units. Experience Requirement: Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units.POSITION SUMMARY:The Staff Nurse (SN) II is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. The SN II provides care to patients via the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment and instrumentation, and other health care team members.QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma/GED Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program and completion of the current hours required by the BRN of RN student clinical experience or Graduate of registered nursing and either 1) 2000 hours of RN experience in clinical area of specialty from a licensed acute care facility within three (3) years of graduation; or 2) graduate of an accredited licensed vocational nursing program that includes clinical student experience in acute care and has worked 2000 hours as an licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three (3) years before graduation or currently enrolled in an accredited entry level MSN program and has completed pre-licensure requirements to practice nursing. Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California Minimum of 6 months experience. See job duties for specific experience requirements for specialty units. Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice Demonstrated commitment to service orientation (members, staff, providers)Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English)Good interpersonal skills. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement. SPECIALITY AREAS:If no qualified candidate, may be willing to train in the specialty areas listed below. Candidates in training are required to obtain appropriate certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer into unit. PACU - Two years recent (within the last 3 years) experience in PACU. Current ACLS certification required. PALS certification required for those units that recover children. May be required to cross-train to ASU. Must be able to take call and respond within the hospital-required response time.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: N/A DUTIES: Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy. Formulates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on determined nursing diagnosis and patient outcomes.Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by health care team members. Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. Documents patient care and unit activities in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, age specific needs, cultural and ethical beliefs. Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Demonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in the care of a designated patient population. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and Department of Nursing personnel. Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. Participates in unit and Department Performance Improvement activities as directed. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of health care team members.Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs. Provides data for staffing decisions and demonstrates flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues; demonstrates flexibility when floating to other units upon requests. Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. Identifies and solves problems effectively. Participates in nursing research activities as requested. Perform other related duties as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities This job motivates and provides work direction (direct, check, review, assign, organize and coordination) to LVN�s, Nurse Attendants, unit assistants, etc., but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline. Compliance Accountability Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP�s code of conduct ) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente�s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer.DEPARTMENT: Clinical EducationSCHEDULE: Part-time, 20hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00am to 4:30pm, Thursday 8:00am to12:00noonEDUCATION: -BSN required. -Current California RN license required. -Clinical Masters in Nursing, in area of specialization, is required. -Current CPR certificate required. -Graduate of accredited school of nursing. -California Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification in area of specialty required. -ACLS or PALS Certification preferred.-Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.POSITION SUMMARY: -Provides in-depth clinical expertise in a defined area of nursing practice (e.g., pediatrics, oncology, adult medicine). -Develops and ensures quality standards for nursing practice for a specific patient population. -Provides advanced clinical practice education, consultation, research and administration.QUALIFICATIONS: -Three years experience in area of specialty required. -Demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty. -Prior Clinical Nurse Specialist experience preferred.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: -Three to five years experience in perinatal nursing with demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty. -Two years of experience as a perinatal clinical nurse specialist. -Masters degree in Nursing required. -AWHONN Fetal Heart Monitoring Instructor preferred, NRP instructor preferred.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: -Fetal Heart Monitoring Test, Math TestDUTIES: -Establishes and monitors care standards and makes recommendations for changes in area of clinical practice.-Collaborates with nursing staff in assessing patient, family age-specific nursing needs and develops plan of care for complex high-risk patients. -Evaluates the effectiveness of the care provided.-Designs teaching programs for patients/families and provides assistance to nursing staff in program implementation. -Develops interdisciplinary plans of care for complex and high risk patients. -In conjunction with members of the health care team, assesses staff knowledge and identifies competency-based education needs of staff and members. -Designs and implements education programs to ensure the quality of staff knowledge and skills. -Introduces new techniques/innovation based on advanced practice trends. -May serve as a preceptor to graduate healthcare students.-Provides consultation to physicians, nurses and other health care providers in meeting care needs of individual or groups of patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings.-Makes recommendations to change standards of care or standards of practice based on own research or the research of others. -Defines and implements best nursing practices.-Assists in interviewing staff and provides input into evaluations regarding clinical competence and provides coaching and counseling.-Participates and consults in setting the direction for QA&I monitoring, establishing standards and evaluating outcomes. -Collects and analyzes data regarding patient care outcomes, trends, morbidity and mortality.PREFERRED DUTIES: -The perinatal clinical nurse specialist possesses knowledge and in-depth experience in the care of perinatal patients. -Primary responsibilities include designing, implementing and evaluating programs that meet the learning and development needs of the perinatal nursing staff. -Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates effectiveness of orientation/training/cross training programs for perinatal staff. -Participates in the development of care standards and makes recommendations for changes in area of perinatal clinical practice. -Collaborates with nursing staff in assessing patient, family age-specific nursing needs and develops plan of care for the complex, high-risk perinatal patient. -Evaluates the effectiveness of the care provided. -Designs teaching programs for patients/families and provides assistance to nursing staff in program implementation. -Develops interdisciplinary plans of care for complex and high risk patients. -Inconjunction with members of the health care team, assesses staff knowledge and identifies competency-based education needs of staff. -Introduces new techniques/innovation as appropriate to the perinatal department. -May serve as a preceptor to graduate healthcare students. -Provides consultation to physicians, nurses and other health care providers in meeting care needs of individual or groups of patients in both inpatient and outpatient care settings. -Defines and implements best nursing practices. -Provides input into evaluations regarding clinical competence.-Collaborates with leadership to improve quality and efficiency throughout the continuum of clinical care. -Reviews and updates policies and procedures, performance standards and clinical competencies.-Coordinates programs to keep staff up to date on new equipment and techniques. Assists with programs on mandatory topics (i.e. fire safety, workplace safety, infection control practices, etc.)-Participates in community based programs that are pertinent to the perinatal patient. -Collaborates with other team members of the Clinical Education Department to meet the educational needs of nursing staff.-Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente�s Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente�s policies and procedures.

Assistant Nurse Manager Needed in Roseville, CA!

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer. DEPARTMENT: Women´s & Children´s SCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Night; Monday through Friday 10:45pm to 7:15am.**NOTE: While primary responsibilities will be on the Night Shift, flexibility in hours and shift may be required**EDUCATION: -BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. -Graduate of accredited school of nursing. -Current California RN license required.PREFERRED EDUCATION: -APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Certification. -Current BLS certification required and ALCS certification strongly preferred.POSITION SUMMARY: Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities.QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Strong interpersonal communication skills.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Exempt Position. While primary responsibilities will be on the Night Shift, flexibility in hours and shift may be required. -Three years Pediatric/Peds Critical Care experience within the last 5 years required with demonstrated clinical expertise and sound knowledge of nursing theory. -Experience in Pediatric transport preferred. -Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, budgeting, facilitative communication skills, team building techniques and principle driven leadership. -Acceptable attendance and courtesy required. -Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: N/ADUTIES: -Manages the unit´s day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 - 60+employees. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Utilization of services. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level.-Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. -Works with health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other units. -Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management.PREFERRED DUTIES: -Under the guidance of the Pediatric and Pediatric ICU Clinical Managers, participates in the nursing management of 32 licensed Pediatric beds and 10 Pediatric ICU beds. -Assists the Women and Children´s Management staff with facilitation and problem solving. -Manages the day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Participates in the development and implementation of action plans and education programs to improve staff performance. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. -Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. -Works with health care providers outside of the unit to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of care. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. -Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. -Must be willing to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. -Assists in the coordination of inter-facility transport of Pediatric and Pediatric ICU patients.-Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP´s code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer. DEPARTMENT: PICU/PediatricsSCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Monday through Friday 6:45am to 3:15p.EDUCATION: -BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. -Graduate of accredited school of nursing. -Current California RN license required. -Current BLS certification required and ALCS certification strongly preferred.POSITION SUMMARY: -Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service and utilization standards. -Supervises the day to day shift activities.QUALIFICATIONS: -Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. -Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. -Strong interpersonal communication skills.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Exempt Position.- While primary responsibilities will be on the Day Shift, flexibility in hours and shift may be required. -Three years Pediatric/Peds Critical Care experience within the last 5 years required with demonstrated clinical expertise and sound knowledge of nursing theory. -Experience in Pediatric transport preferred. -Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, budgeting, facilitative communication skills, team building techniques and principle driven leadership. -Acceptable attendance and courtesy required. -Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING and DUTIES: -Manages the unit´s day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. -Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 - 60+employees. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Utilization of services. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. -Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. Works with health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other units. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. -Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. PREFERRED DUTIES:-Under the guidance of the Pediatric and Pediatric ICU Clinical Managers, participates in the nursing management of 32 licensed Pediatric beds and 10 Pediatric ICU beds. -Assists the Women and Children´s Management staff with facilitation and problem solving. -Manages the day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Participates in the development and implementation of action plans and education programs to improve staff performance. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is incompliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. -Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. -Works with health care providers outside of the unit to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of care. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. -Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. -Must be willing to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. -Assists in the coordination of inter facility transport of Pediatric and Pediatric ICU patients. -Provides for ongoing communications with staff and ancillary departments; provides a forum for staff involvement in problem identification and resolution. -Attends management meetings locally and Regionally as assigned. -Participates in medical center and nursing committees, as assigned, in order to share information, problem solve, and evaluate the impact of services to receiving departments.-Meets regularly with management to share information regarding department activities. -Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP´s code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures.

Manager Infection Control

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all lawsand regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer.DEPARTMENT: Infection ControlSCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pmEDUCATION: RN and Baccalaureate Degree OR Baccalaureate Degree in a relevant field such as - but notlimited to - nursing, epidemiology, clinical laboratory science, microbiology or public health OR 4years (recent) Infection Control program management experience. Current valid California license topractice Nursing issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing - OR - licensure as requiredby the State of California, to practice in another healthcare discipline such as clinical laboratoryscience, microbiology, or public health.POSITION SUMMARY: At one medical center (including all associated ambulatory care departments/sitesand other non-acute patient care sites), accountable for the management of a Infection Preventionand Control Program across the continuum of care, developing and achieving Infection Control goalsand objectives, planning, developing, implementing, delivering, evaluating and continuouslyimproving infection prevention and control services. In a facility with a staff of one or more ICCoordinators and/or IC Associates, responsible for program design, planning, implementation,evaluation and for directing the work of the IC Coordinator(s) and any other assigned staff, forserving as the content expert/consultant in Infection Control and Prevention for one entire medicalcenter and associated ambulatory care areas. Also accountable for collection and analysis ofhealthcare associated infection data, development and presentation of reports and educationalprograms for personnel and patients as needed, ensuring provision of requested KP patientinformation to the Department of Health Services, recommending to local leadership/Risk Managementwhen Public Health/Dept of Health should be notified in the event of an outbreak, management ofinfection prevention and control practices, assisting client departments in survey readiness andpreparation for regulatory standard reviews, accreditation and licensure surveys in both the acuteand ambulatory care areas (e.g. The Joint Commission, Cal-OSHA, DHS, etc.).QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of two years (usually) experience as an Infection Control Coordinator.Minimum of four years relevant clinical experience in an acute care hospital, utilizing knowledgeof medical and surgical procedures as well as techniques and procedures involved in patient care,treatment and management.Demonstrated ability to influence the behavior of healthcare workers and physicians.Demonstrated knowledge of microbiology, laboratory procedures, adult education, aseptic techniqueand epidemiological techniques.Demonstrated ability to comprehend and utilize epidemiological/public health data and statisticalmethods, screen and interpret data results for variations and/or errors.Demonstrated ability to apply organizational, problem-solving, decision making, delegation,management and communication skills.Demonstrated ability to act as an expert authority and consultant to client departments and toutilize communication, collaboration, persuasion and negotiating skills in order to work withmanagers and staff in client departments on formulating, implementing and evaluating improvementplans.Demonstrated skills in project management.Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and monitor operating budgets.Demonstrated ability in coaching, employee counseling and performance appraisals.Preferred Qualifications:Certification in Infection Control (CIC) issued by the Certification Board of the Association forProfessionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology. Master´s Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, Microbiology or other public health related field.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: N/ADUTIES: Program Management:Co-Facilitates IC Committee meetings with Infectious Diseases Chief or Epidemiologist. Manages theplanning, development, implementation, evaluation and improvement of infection prevention andcontrol services/programs in order to minimize the risk of development of healthcare associatedinfections. Distributes the findings and recommendations of the infection control program to theappropriate individuals, committees, departments, and units, maintaining confidentiality inaccordance with HIPPA regulations. Provides consultation to administration, committees, anddepartment managers on issues relating to infection control. Infection prevention and controlconsultant for the entire medical center and satellitesCollaborates with facility leadership team to ensure compliance with regulatory or accreditingagencies. Develops and reviews facility-wide and department-specific infection prevention andcontrol policies and procedures, and ensures that they are compliant with current regulatorystandards. Collaborates with Occupational/Employee Health to institute and maintain control measurespertaining to health care workers and health plan members. Participates in other facilitylevel/regional committees as needed representing Infection Control. Develops, submits annually andmaintains accountability for local IC budget at facilities where applicable. Maintains on-goingcommunications, and provides consultative expertise and oversight/coordination of projects as neededfor local committees (e.g. Safety, Employee Health, Critical Care/Med Surg Teams, QualityCommittee), regional committees (e.g. IC Peer Group) and external agencies (e.g. Dept HealthServices). Communicates Infection Control regulations and Regulatory Standards to appropriateadministrative personnel. Human resources management for Infection Control Department.Education and Training: Completes IC needs assessment, development, presentation and evaluation ofeducational sessions relating to topics including infection prevention & control, emerginginfectious diseases, new initiatives and regulatory affairs. Provides medical center education asneeded. Develops Medical Center Infection Control education/criteria for orientation and Annualemployee/MD education.Process Assessment: Develops and conducts Annual Medical Center Infection Control Program Planningaddressing risks for the acquisition and transmission of infectious agents, and establishingpriorities/setting goals and strategies accordingly. Evaluates the Program Plan once a year,addressing effectiveness of IC interventions and redesigning them as needed. Assists Safety withdevelopment and maintenance of the Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP), Tuberculosis (TB) and Bioterrorismexposure control plans in the Medical Center.Risk Reduction: Advises Administration on infection control implications of architectural design,renovation, and construction. Manages multi-disciplinary and interdepartmental efforts to improveperformance of infection prevention/control programs and services including introduction of productsfound to assist with infection prevention and control. Evaluates patient care environments andfacility services (Dialysis, Sterile Processing, Construction, Environmental Services) for infectioncontrol practices and hazards as needed.Outbreak Control: Initiates and completes epidemiological investigations of significant clusters oroutbreaks of infection above established standards and of unusual organisms. Initiates/educateshealth care teams regarding precautions for individual patients/visitors when indicated and/or asrequired.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all lawsand regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer.DEPARTMENT: Interventional ServicesSCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Monday through FridayEDUCATION: Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in nursing education required. Masters degreestrongly preferred. Current California RN license required.POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for clinical education and training programs to meet the learning anddevelopmental needs of the clinical staff. Designs, implements, and evaluates strategies to maintainclinical competency of care providers.QUALIFICATIONS: Previous recent experience in inservice education in clinical area required (usuallytwo to five years). Adult learning knowledge required. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbalcommunication skills and group facilitator process skills. Must possess a thorough knowledge of theCalifornia Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, Title 22, QA, BRN regulations.Preferred Qualifications:BLS instructor preferred.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: N/ADUTIES: Designs, implements, and evaluates programs that meet learning and competency developmentneeds of clinical staff. Responds quickly to corporate changes in clinical practice and providestraining required. Insures compliance and documentation of educational programs based on regulatoryagency standards. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates effectiveness oforientation/training/cross-training programs that are based on an assessment of individual skillsand evaluated by clinical competency outcome criteria. Collaborates with leadership to improvequality and efficiency throughout the continuum of clinical care. Conducts research intoprofessional and community practice standards, technology, and clinical innovations for improvedservice within assigned care area. Makes recommendations for cost/quality strategies; works withinbudget. Communicates and markets educational programs to broad target audience using appropriatemethods.Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positionsfrom salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice isgiven to affected employees.Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP´s code of conduct) bymaintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics andintegrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws andregulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures.

Located 16 miles northeast of Sacramento, Roseville is one of California´s fastet growing communities.

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is a successful, 300+ member multi-specialty group practice offering physicians the opportunity to build their careers within a progressive, financially strong and collaborative organization. We are currently looking for a BE/BC General Surgeon to join a growing practice in Roseville, CA. With all that youve achieved in your medical practice, you have high standards for your professional environment and even higher expectations for your life away from your practice. At Sutter Health Sacramento Sierra Region you can experience the clinical practice youve always wanted in one of the most desirable locations in the country. As a community-based health care provider, it is our mission to deliver the very latest and highest quality health care throughout Northern California. You will experience flexibility and independence within a practice environment that also provides an exceptional integrated referral base and resources of a leading health care provider. With all we have to offer, its no wonder weve been named one of the Top Performing health care systems by the Integrated Healthcare Association while achieving a clinician satisfaction rating in the 92nd percentile nationwide.As part of SMG you will work in collaboration with a surgical oncologist within the practice. Sutter Roseville Medical Center is a Level II Trauma Center with 390-beds and a service area of 500,000. This is an exceptional opportunity to build on a well-established practice within the charming and elegant community of Roseville.Join us and youll enjoy:* 2-year income guarantee with shareholder track* Generous compensation, benefits with 401(k) and profit sharing and relocation assistance* Advanced technology including an EMR

We are the largest integrated healthcare organization in the nation. Our group has been in existence for over 60+ years. We own our medical centers and clinics in California. We employ over 6,000 physicians in the Northern California region. We are seeking a physiatrist who has a fellowship in Pain Management to work with a group of 10 physiatrists. The practice is inpatient and outpatient. We offer: - Competitive Salary - Work Life Balance - Mortgage Home Loan Program - Comprehensive Benefits - Cutting Edge Technology - Excellent Pension Plans -Malpractice Insurance Coverage

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer. DEPARTMENT: Interventional Radiology SCHEDULE: Full-time, TEMPORARY; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm **NOTE: Must be able to work on standby evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Due to operational needs, may be required to work at multiple locations, with varied start times, across the North Valley.** EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATE: Completion of two year training program in cardiopulmonary technology or successful completion of a twelve (12) month on the job training program in a licensed catheterization laboratory. Graduate of an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology. Must possess current BLS, ACLS, and Fluoroscopy Permit. Must possess a current CRT license. POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Manager, Cardiac Cath Lab/Special Procedures, the Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist is responsible for performing a wide variety of specialized invasive cardiovascular diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that assist in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of cardiovascular disease. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of contrast media (ionic vs. nonionic). Knowledge of coronary artery anatomy and cardiac physiology in relation to invasive cardiac procedures. Demonstrated competence with critical thinking, interpersonal, and technical skills. Demonstrated technical proficiency and attention to detail in use of collimation and fluoro time. Excellent verbal, written and non-verbal communication skills. History of providing efficient, high quality service to patients in a courteous, caring manner and interacting effectively with co-workers in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: N/A DUTIES: Include but are not limited to: Records, stores, retrieves, and analyzes data obtained during the performance of interventional diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac and radiological procedures. Monitors the patient to recognize changes in ECG rhythm and pressure, document and immediately communicates to the corresponding physician. Functions as a Scrub Assistant, ensuring maximum complia members of the team. Provides imaging during procedures. Completes documentation, reports and data entry on computerized exams. Maintains and evaluates equipment, performs quality control tests, troubleshoots and performs minor repairs as needed. Sets-up, maintains and monitors IABP equipment. Acts as preceptor or assist in the training of new staff as well as functions as the department resource person. Identifies continuous quality improvement issues and assist with quality assurance program. Complies with requirements for being off-hour stand-by coverage for emergent cardiac catheterization procedures. Reports for call duty within defined time frames. Functions independently and autonomously when on stand-by duty. Demonstrates and applies knowledge in specialty area and takes responsibility to maintain necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to patients served within the unit. Performs hemodynamic and dysrhythmia monitoring of the following procedures: 1. Right heart cath 2. Left heart cath 3. Coronary angiography 4. Graft angiography 5. Pulmonary angiography 6. Menthegine provocation study 7. IHSS studies 8. Temporary pacemakers 9. Permanent pacemaker implantation 10. Intra-aortic Balloon insertion 11. Aortic stenosis studies 12. Valvuloplasties 13. Patent Foreman Ovale Closures 14. Intravascular Ultrasounds 15. Rotablations Operates and troubleshoots hemodynamic computer systems. Including transducer balancing. Operates and troubleshoots digital imaging transfer, storage, and retrieval systems in addition to dispensing patient CDs to appropriate Hospitals and Physicians. Familiarity with the Crash Cart and the CVT/Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist role in CPR and defibrillation during a Code Blue situation. Responsible for Quality Control on radiology imaging equipment. Weekly Fluoroscopy checks and radiation protection for the medical staff and Physicians. Responsible for monthly statistics and quarterly film badge rotation. Assists the RN with admission process; continuously monitors and assists the physician and RNs during cardiac cath procedures. Performs all other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Corporate Compliance Accountability Consistently supports the precepts of Corporate compliance and Principles of Responsibility by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with integrity, reporting observed fraud and abuse and complying with applicable state, federal and local laws and program policies and procedures.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer. DEPARTMENT: Clinical Education SCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Monday through Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm EDUCATION: Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in nursing education required. Masters degree strongly preferred. Current California RN license required. POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for clinical education and training programs to meet the learning and developmental needs of the clinical staff. Designs, implements, and evaluates strategies to maintain clinical competency of care providers. QUALIFICATIONS: Previous recent experience in in-service education in clinical service area required (usually two to five years). Previous teaching experience required and CPR instructor preferred. Adult learning knowledge required. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and group facilitator process skills. Must possess a thorough knowledge of the California Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, Title 22, QA, BRN regulations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three to five years experience in perinatal nursing with demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty. Two years of experience as a perinatal clinical nurse educator. Masters degree in nursing strongly preferred. AWHONN Fetal Heart Monitoring Instructor preferred, NRP instructor preferred. REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: Fetal Heart Monitoring Test DUTIES: Designs, implements, and evaluates programs that meet learning and competency development needs of clinical staff. Responds quickly to corporate changes in clinical practice and provides training required. Insures compliance and documentation of educational programs based on regulatory agency standards. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates effectiveness of orientation/training/cross-training programs that are based on an assessment of individual skills and evaluated by clinical competency outcome criteria. Collaborates with leadership to improve quality and efficiency throughout the continuum of clinical care. Conducts research into professional and community practice standards, technology, and clinical innovations for improved service within assigned care area. Makes recommendations for cost/quality strategies; works within budget. Communicates and markets educational programs to broad target audience using appropriate methods. PREFERRED DUTIES: The perinatal clinical nurse educator possesses knowledge and an in-depth experience in the care of perinatal patients. Primary responsibilities include designing, implementing and evaluating programs that meet the learning and development needs of the perinatal nursing staff. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates effectiveness of orientation/training/ cross training programs for perinatal staff. Participates in the development of care standards and makes recommendations for changes in area of perinatal clinical practice. Collaborates with nursing staff in assessing patient, family age-specific nursing needs and helps develop plan of care for the complex, high-risk perinatal patient. Evaluates the effectiveness of the care provided. Designs teaching programs for patients/families and provides assistance to nursing staff in program implementation. Develops interdisciplinary plans of care for complex and high risk patients. In conjunction with members of the health care team, assesses staff knowledge and identifies competency-based education needs of staff. Introduces new techniques/innovation as appropriate to the perinatal department. Provides consultation to physicians, nurses and other health care providers in meeting care needs of individual or groups of patients in both inpatient and outpatient care settings. Defines and implements best nursing practices. Provides input into evaluations regarding clinical competence. Collaborates with leadership to improve quality and efficiency throughout the continuum of clinical care. Reviews and updates policies and procedures, performance standards and clinical competencies. Coordinates programs to keep staff up to date on new equipment and techniques. Assists with programs on mandatory topics (i.e. fire safety, workplace safety, infection control practices, etc.) Participates in community based programs that are pertinent to the perinatal patient. Facilitates nursing student experience in clinical area. May serve as a preceptor to graduate healthcare students. Participates in PCS orientation. Collaborates with other team members of the Clinical Education Department to meet the educational needs of nursing staff. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP´s code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures.