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 proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.DEPARTMENT: EmergencySCHEDULE: Part-Time Temporary ( Present -12/31/09), 28hs/wk, Evening Shift, 3:30pm to 12:00am.Week 1: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Week 2: Sunday, Monday, Thursday.EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: High School Diploma/GEDEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: 1year emergency nursing within the last three yearsLICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Current California RN License, BLS, ACLS, PALS or ENPC. Depending on the facility, TNCC or NALS may also be required for this position. ACLS and PALS/ ENPC certification required within one year of date of hire into ED position; TNCC, if required, within one year of date of hire into ED position.SKILLS TESTING: N/AQUALIFICATIONS: 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 program 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 a licensed vocational nurse within the clinical area of specialty within three(3) years before graduation. Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California One year recent (within the last three years) experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. Demonstrated knowledge of the RN scope of practice Successful completion of, or enrollment leading to successful completion of, the KP Emergency Nursing Course with preceptorship, or equivalent training, or equivalent experience Demonstrated commitment to service orientation(members, staff, providers) Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills (in English). Ability to navigate in a windows environment, utilizing a mouse and the ability to learn electronic medical record system application. Good interpersonal skills. Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.POSITION SUMMARY:As a leader of the health care team, directs shift-to-shift departmental operations and provides professional nursing care, including utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Participates in effective resource allocation by assuring appropriate patient assignments, staffing, and scheduling. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats coworker´s, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect.DUTIES: Upholds Kaiser Permanente´s Policies and Procedures and Principles of Responsibilities. Ensures provision of care is consistent with EMTALA, Nurse Practice Act, Title 22 and other applicable regulations and laws, including patient confidentiality and risk management. Serves as a leader of the health care team; delegate tasks appropriately, and demonstrates appropriate accountability.Must be charge over five (5) or more employees, of which at least 1 must be another Registered Nurse, unless this requirement is waived by the employer. Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude, including mentoring, orienting and coaching staff as needed. Leads and directs others through the change process. Supports and ensures teamwork with all internal and external departments and agencies involved in the provision of care. Demonstrates ability to problem solve with other departments in order to assist patient problem resolution. Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified within the institution. Coordinates duties of health care team members. Prioritizes, delegates, and supervises work assignments appropriately Utilizes effective communication methods and skills, following lines of authority, as appropriate. Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Participates in department and interdepartmental Performance Improvement activities as directed. Within scope of role, demonstrates initiative, follow up and flexibility in the resolution of staffing issues. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by all health care team members. Maintains knowledge of Emergency Department functions in a disaster scenario. Participates in required staff development. Maintains all required licenses, certifications and professional development/continuing education requirements per department and facility standards. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. Performs other related duties as necessary.Nursing Process (Provides clinical support to staff RN in these functions)Provides MSE reflecting sound clinical knowledge and judgment, and consistent with Standardized Procedure and State/ Federal regulations. Provides competent Emergency nursing care, for all ages, acuities and conditions in the population the facility serves. Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Works within scope of practice, including standardized procedures, and communicates clearly with all members of healthcare team. Formulates a goal-directed plan of care in collaboration with the health care team. Implements care in a thorough, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner. Identifies patient/family learning needs and implements appropriate measures. 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. Proficient in emergency responses such as resuscitation/ codes, hazmat response, and emergency childbirth. Provides care consistent with National Patient Safety Goals, medication safety procedures and other standards adopted by the facility to ensure patient safety. Establishes priorities or patient care based on essential patient needs and available unit resources of time, personnel, equipment, and supplies. Completes duties with regard to safety practices and policies, including infection control, workplace safety, and management of aggressive behaviors.Documentation Proficient in the use of computers in documentation, tracking, conveying information.Documents patient care in a timely, accurate, and concise manner. Documentation reflects nursing process including reassessments in evaluating effectiveness of care. As leader, keeps current on new relevant information related to electronic records, including downtime procedures.Customer Service Practices patient/family service standards as defined by the Service Area, Medical Center, and specified department. Anticipates the patient/family´s desires, takes proactive steps to meet those needs, by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved. Assists members who are less than satisfied with their experience by listening and taking responsibility within their scope to ensure that the issue is resolved. Demonstrates an awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights, cultural and ethical beliefs. Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team.Assures that all call lights, alarms, and patient requests are promptly answered. Gives patients