Nursing

Open Positions:  
Birth Center
Labor & Delivery Manager/RN Full time
RN Full time/part time/per diem
Prenatal Tech part time
ED/ICU
RN - Full Time
Endoscopy
RN- Full Time
Med Surg
RN- Full Time
Nursing Assistant - Full time/part time/Per diem
Pain Clinic
RN - Full time
Surgery
Same Day Surgery RN-Full Time/Part Time/ Per diem
Surgery/recovery RN - Full Time/Per Diem
Wound Care 
RN- Full Time
Home Health
Home Health Director - Full Time
Occupational Therapist 
Physical Therapist - Full Time/ Part Time/ Per Diem
Certified Home health Aide
LVN- Part Time
Therapy Supervisor RN - Full Time

  • Mad River Community Hospital requires post offer pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
  • Mad River Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Applications are available at the HR Department located in the brown medical offices, Suite 12. Call (707) 822-7220 ext. 4122.

LVN – The LVN is responsible and accountable for the nursing care rendered to patients across life spans seen at the Medical Center during his/her assigned hours of duty.  All nursing care rendered must be within the licensure of California for Vocational Nursing and is under the direction of a physician or mid-level practitioner.  The LVN is responsible for adhering to all established standards of nursing care. ​

OB Charge Nurse (Full Time) - The Charge Nurse is responsible for the smooth, safe and efficient functioning of the Birth Center during a 12 hour shift. The Charge Nurse makes patient assignments, directs patient flow and acts as a resource in emergencies and for clinical questions. This position requires the ability to remain focused in a busy environment, while maintaining a commitment to patient centered care and customer service. 

The ideal candidate is able to maintain a calm, professional demeanor under pressure, and had excellent communications, time management and problem solving skills. One year of leadership experience is preferred, but willing to train the right candidate with relevant nursing experience. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys a challenge and the fulfillment of working in collaboration with a team. 

Med/Surg (Full Time/Part Time/Per Diem) - Is responsible for the continual assessment of the patient, taking into consideration the data collected by other members of the healthcare team. RN is responsible for the development of patient's plan of care to include preparation for the patient's discharge and required patient/family education. Also responsible to provide leadership for the nursing patient care team and collaborate with departments. Must possess a current CA license, BLS and meets all specific department requirements. Previous acute care experience preferred.

Emergency Dept. RN (Full Time and per diem) - The Registered Nurse is responsible for the assessment and reassessment of the patient, taking into consideration the data collected by other members of the healthcare team. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the development of the patients discharge and required patient/family education. Responsible to provide leadership for the nursing patient care team and collaborate with departments. Possesses current ACLS and PALS certifications and/or obtains certifications within six (6) months of hire.

Birth Center RN - Located in beautiful and temperate rural coastal California, our Level I community hospital has 2 triage rooms, 3 LDRPs and 4 postpartum rooms for mother/baby couplet care. Our Birth Center is low tech and high touch with a low epidural rate and even lower C/S rate. We staff 1:1 for labor clientele who prefer Doppler to continuous EFM. We promote rooming-in, breastfeeding and the golden hour even for patients with surgical deliveries. The best fit RN has a gentle touch but with keen situational awareness and proportionate response.  Our providers are a mix of licensed midwives, certified nurse-midwives, FP, DO and ObGyn. All of this adds up to a much sought after comfortable, charming, family-centered atmosphere adored by staff and patients.

Emergency Room Technician - As an ER Tech, you will be responsible for performing basic patient care duties under the supervision of the Registered Nurse; collecting and recording vital signs and intake / output data; reporting data collected to the Registered Nurse; responding to emergency situations; cleaning and stocking patient rooms; and assisting in the routine ordering and stocking of patient care supplies.

Qualifications:
  • Compassion and respect for patients
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • BLS certification prior to beginning work
  • Ability to read and write in English, with legible handwriting
  • Previous experience in a health care setting preferred
Home Health LVN -  The Home Health LVN has basic nursing knowledge, a repertoire of service-driven and patient-oriented interpersonal skills and maintains the standards of care for the home health department. The Home Health LVN furnishes services in accordance with agency policies under a Plan of Care. This includes preparing clinical and progress notes, assisting the registered nurse in performing specialized procedures, preparing equipment and materials for treatments observing aseptic technique as required, and assisting the patient in learning self-care techniques. This position requires emotional stability associated with fast paced responsibilities, rapidly changing priorities, creative problem solving, emotional demands of patients and their families.

Position Qualifications:
1. Current license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in California.
2. Current BLS certification.
3. Current California driver’s license, possession of a reliable car, safe effective driving skills and
Current auto insurance.
4. Experience in home health desirable.
5. A minimum of one year of experience as a licensed vocational nurse is required.
6. Must meet the required elements of the essential job functions.

Please complete an application to be considered for a position. Download the application, click here. You can print it out and fax to (707) 826-8221 or email the fillable form to HRRecruiter<at>madriverhospital.com or mail it in to 3800 Janes Road, Arcata CA 95521, Attn HR.