Job Description
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section. About The Position The County of Riverside's Riverside University Health System is seeking Registered Nurses to work in the Emergency Department at the Medical Center in Moreno Valley. The Emergency Department is a large unit comprised of 40 treatment areas. There are six (6) acute trauma beds, three (3) acute cardiac beds and six (6) other specially monitored beds for acute patients. The 25 general exam rooms include a decontamination room, security rooms, an ENT, cast room, and forensic exam room. The ED is staffed with attending physicians and resident physicians 24 hours a day. The Registered Nurse II - MC/CHC is the journey level classification in the Registered Nurse – MC/CHC series and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. Incumbents perform the full range of professional nursing duties within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act with minimum supervision and periodic in-service training within assigned unit(s). The Registered Nurse III - MC/CHC is the advanced journey level classification in the Registered Nurse – MC/CHC series and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. Incumbents perform nursing duties while applying advanced knowledge and skills in providing care and service to patients with more complex problems and needs within assigned unit(s). Incumbents responsibilities are expanded to include participation in activities relating to quality assurance, policy and procedure review/revision, in-service education, staff development and preceptorship. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working as a Registered Nurse in an Emergency Department in an acute care setting. Required Licenses & Certifications A current and valid Registered Nurse license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of California. A current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association. A current and valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association. A current and valid Pediatric Advances Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association. A current and valid National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale, (NIHSS), certification issued by the American Heart Association, Blue Cloud-National Stroke Association, or Apex. A current and valid Trauma Nursing Core Course Certification, (TNCC), or Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses, (ATCN), certification. Additional Information 3/12, night shift, 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. Salary Range (Hourly) & Differentials Registered Nurse II - MC/CHC - $43.9933 - $68.0905 Registered Nurse III - MC/CHC - $51.1284 - $77.1585 Evening Shift Differential (6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.): $2.50/hour Night shift Differential (11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.): $5.00/hour ED Critical Care Pay 0-2 years experience: $4.00/hour 3-5 years experience: $5.50/hour 6 + years experience: $7.00/hour Specialty Care/Critical Care differentials will be applied following completion of required specialty training, attainment of all necessary certifications, and departmental determination that the employee is authorized to work independently. Meet the Team! At Riverside University Health System Medical Center, nursing is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in a vibrant and diverse community. Nationally recognized for its forward-thinking and innovative approach to patient care, RUHS Medical Center is also a proud teaching hospital and one of the top employers in the region. Our 439-bed facility is a designated Level I Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and home to the region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Here, you’ll gain valuable experience across a wide range of specialties, including trauma care, stroke, pediatrics, and critical care. We are committed to your professional growth, offering continuous education, training, and career development programs in a collaborative, supportive, and rewarding environment. Whether you’re an experienced nurse or just starting your career, RUHS Medical Center provides unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Could you see yourself making a difference here? Discover more about RUHS Medical Center at www.ruhealth.org . Examples Of Essential Duties Assess, plan, organize, and provide nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with phy