Registered Nurse - ICU - Full Time - Shift

Position Overview

At Kern Medical—a community cornerstone since 1867 and an acute care teaching center with 222 beds—you will serve as a Registered Nurse in Labor & Delivery on a full‐time shift basis. In this role, you will provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a dynamic environment, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care to a diverse patient population. Compensation: Estimated pay ranges from $42.6582 to $67.2165, with additional differentials, incentives, and bonus opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care and build trusting relationships with patients and their families.
• Collect, document, and interpret patient assessment data to determine care needs.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Quickly identify and respond to rapidly changing patient conditions, activating emergency protocols as needed.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, disease processes, and strategies for promoting optimal health.
• Participate in care rounds, staff meetings, and training initiatives, mentoring new or re-entry staff when required.
• Adhere to hospital policies, therapeutic standards, and evidence-based practices to ensure quality care and patient safety.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited registered nursing program; a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree is preferred.
• A valid and unrestricted California RN license (or an active temporary license).
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card.
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge, effective communication, and the ability to maintain accurate patient records.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to current nursing practices and policies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred over an Associate’s degree.
• Advanced clinical expertise in Labor & Delivery.
• Prior experience mentoring or orienting new staff in a clinical setting.

Benefits & Perks

• New Hire Bonus: $6,000.00
• New Hire Premium: +6% of base rate, matched up to 6% if contributed to the Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Shift Differential Pay: P.M. shift (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) at 10% of base pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes Holidays, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.