Job Locations: US-CA-Oceanside Overview:
Tri-City Medical Center has served San Diego County’s coastal communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista, as well as the surrounding region for more than 60 years and is one of the largest employers in North San Diego County. Tri-City is administered by the Tri-City Healthcare District, a California Hospital District. As a full-service acute care public hospital with over 500 physicians practicing in over 60 specialties, Tri-City is vital to the well-being of our community and serves as a healthcare safety net for many of our citizens. The hospital has received a Gold Seal of Approval® from the Joint Commission showcasing a commitment to safe and effective patient care for the residents of the community.
Tri-City Medical Center prides itself on being the home to leading orthopedic, spine and cardiovascular health services while also specializing in world-class robotic surgery, cancer and emergency care. Tri-City’s Emergency Department is there for your loved ones in their time of need and is highly regarded for our heart attack and stroke treatment programs. When minutes matter Tri-City is your source for quality compassionate care close to home. Tri-City partners with over 90 local non-profit and community organizations as part of our COASTAL Commitment initiative. Together we are helping tackle some of our communities’ pressing health and social needs.
Position Summary:
The Clinical Nurse II (CN II) is responsible for providing direct patient care before, during, and after procedures. This role requires a strong clinical background in critical care. The Clinical Nurse II collaborates with physicians, technologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient procedural workflows while prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
The Clinical Nurse II is responsible for monitoring patients’ vital signs, administering moderate sedation, assisting with vascular and cardiac procedures, and responding to emergent situations as needed. This position requires a deep understanding of hemodynamic monitoring, sterile techniques, and contrast media administration, as well as proficiency in post-procedure recovery and patient education. Compliance with regulatory guidelines, infection control practices, and hospital policies is essential to maintaining high-quality patient care.
This role requires strong critical thinking skills, adaptability in high-stress situations, and the ability to provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a fast-paced interventional setting.
Major Position Responsibilities:
The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS RN EXPERIENCE/TRANSITIONAL RN PROGRAM:

• Experience Requirement
• Experienced IR/Cath Lab RN: Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Interventional Radiology (IR) or Cardiac Cath Lab, required.
• Transitional RN Program: Five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an ED or ICU, or similar critical care department, required.
• Must be able to scrub and circulate in IR and/or Cath Lab procedure area.
• Must be able to take call and be onsite within 30 minutes and able to do heavy lifting and pushing. Must be able to wear protective lead apron and thyroid shield.
• Provide nursing support for non-invasive cardiology and radiology services.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or may consider Associate Degree, Nursing (ADN) with five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Interventional Radiology (IR) or Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL) in lieu of BSN required.
• Completion of a Critical Care or Interventional Radiology/Cath Lab Training Program, preferred.

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