This posting is designed to recruit both new and experienced Registered Nurses in all specialties, and also Per Diem Nurse Externs in various departments.

Qualifications

Per Diem Nurse Extern:

• Requires current enrollment in an accredited Registered Nurse program and within 3 months of graduation OR Recently graduated from an accredited Registered Nurse program.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) Certificate 
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in California and successful completion of unit related competencies is required within 6 months of hire date.
• Successful completion of the Health Care Agency Pharmacology examination within three (3) months of employment into either one of those positions.

Registered Nurse I/II - Regular and Per Diem:

• Must possess and maintain a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of California, or Registered Nurse licensure in another state with California licensure pending.
• Must have a current, valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification by first day of employment.
• Successful completion of the Health Care Agency Pharmacology examination within three (3) months of employment is mandatory for assignments within the Health Care Agency.
• Depending upon area of assignment, additional specialty experience and/or certification(s) may be required.  

About the Hospital

Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) is a fully-integrated, comprehensive system of hospital, clinic and specialty services. The system provides access to high quality, compassionate healthcare to residents throughout Ventura County.

While VCMC provides access to health care to all residents of our county, special emphasis is placed on providing access to care for the underserved and those facing barriers to access. Referred to as the “safety net” population, these individuals comprise over three-quarters of the care provided by VCMC.

VCMC is noted for its renowned Family Medicine Residency Program and is distinguished as the only Ventura County academic teaching hospital with a residency affiliated with UCLA School of Medicine. VCMC is the designated Level II Trauma Center for the west county and is known for its extraordinary trauma team, which includes skilled and talented surgeons covering neurosurgery, orthopedic and general surgery cases.