Requisition ID
42068
Department
Trauma Surgical Step-Down
Location
Escondido, California
Union
CNA
Salary Range
52.07 - 75.79
Job Type
Full-Time
Shift
Night
Hours Per Shift
12
Hours Per Pay Period
72
Position at Palomar Health
Description
Nurse Resident cohort will start August 10, 2026
Posting Date: 5/19/2026
Internal Closing Date: 5/26/2026
A Nurse Resident position is a mentored experience to facilitate transition from student to professional nurse. Skills to include delivery of coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients within an assigned unit and for the day to day management and supervision of the related clinical activities. Responsible for supervising and directing the activities of various levels of assigned nursing and ancillary personnel utilizing both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment. Understands and adheres to the California Nurse Practice Act, The American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, ANA Bill of Rights for Registered Nurses and the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice for Nurses. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensurePreferred Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or Masters Entry in a School of Nursing approved by the California Board of Registered NursingMinimum Experience: 0 - 6 months in similar workPreferred Experience: Not ApplicableRequired Certification: American Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider
ACLS Initial RQI within 30 days of hire
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification within 90 days of hirePreferred Certification: Not ApplicableRequired License: Current CA RN LicensePreferred License: Not Applicable
Current employees are not eligible for hiring incentives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.