Staff Nurse

Job Description

Providing compassionate, high-quality care during critical recovery periods requires skill, dedication, and strong clinical leadership. The Staff Nurse – Transitional Care role offers a rewarding opportunity for experienced nurses to support patients and families as they move between hospital treatment and continued recovery.

At Kaiser Permanente, healthcare professionals work within one of the nation’s most respected integrated health systems. As a Staff Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering patient-centered care, guiding clinical teams, and ensuring safe, effective treatment for individuals in transitional care settings.

This full-time position in Honolulu, Hawaii provides nurses with the chance to grow professionally while contributing to improved patient outcomes within a collaborative healthcare environment.

Position Overview

The Staff Nurse in Transitional Care is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing services to patients and families. This role combines direct patient care, clinical leadership, and team coordination, ensuring that every patient receives safe, high-quality treatment during their recovery journey.

Staff Nurses also support the development of nursing teams by guiding Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and assistive healthcare staff while maintaining high clinical standards.

Job Location

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Employment Type

Full-Time

Bargaining Unit

Hawaii Nurses and Healthcare Professionals Union

Key Responsibilities of a Staff Nurse

A Staff Nurse plays a central role in coordinating patient care and supporting healthcare teams. Key responsibilities include:

Deliver Comprehensive Patient Care

Utilize the professional nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to deliver effective and individualized patient care.

Medication Administration and Clinical Procedures

Safely administer medications and perform nursing procedures requiring advanced clinical knowledge, judgment, and technical skill.

Leadership and Team Supervision

Provide direction and support to licensed practical nurses and nursing assistive personnel, ensuring that delegated tasks meet clinical and regulatory standards.

Transitional Care Coordination

Act as the primary nurse and total patient caregiver, coordinating treatment plans and supporting patients as they transition between different levels of care.

Clinical Training and Mentorship

Serve as a preceptor and resource nurse, helping guide other healthcare professionals and ensuring staff competency in specialized nursing tasks.

Patient and Family Education

Educate patients and families about treatment plans, recovery expectations, and post-care management to support long-term health outcomes.

Education Requirements

Applicants must meet the following educational qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

This education ensures candidates possess the foundational knowledge necessary for safe and effective clinical practice.

Licensure and Certifications

To qualify for the Staff Nurse position, candidates must hold the following credentials:

• Registered Nurse (RN) License – State of Hawaii
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Required within 12 months of hire

These certifications ensure nurses are prepared to handle both routine care and emergency medical situations.

Additional Skills and Competencies

Successful Staff Nurse candidates demonstrate strong clinical expertise and professional communication abilities.

Key competencies include:

• Clinical decision-making and patient assessment
• Quality management and patient safety protocols
• Adaptability and change management
• Team collaboration and leadership
• Effective patient communication and education
• Time management and prioritization

Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems is also preferred.

Specialty Area Experience

Some departments require additional clinical expertise or formal training in specialized care areas.

Inpatient Specialty Areas

Specialties may include:

• Pediatrics
• Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
• Labor and Delivery
• Emergency Services
• Operating Room
• Oncology
• Intensive Care Units

Candidates may need one year of specialty experience or completion of an approved training program.

Ambulatory Specialty Areas

Ambulatory specialties include:

• Cardiology
• Oncology
• Gynecologic Oncology
• Population Health Management

Why Work as a Staff Nurse at Kaiser Permanente?

Joining Kaiser Permanente means becoming part of a healthcare system known for clinical innovation, collaborative care, and professional development.

Benefits of working as a Staff Nurse include:

• Opportunities to work in a nationally recognized healthcare system
• Access to advanced medical technologies and integrated care models
• Professional growth through training and leadership opportunities
• Supportive team environment focused on patient-centered care
• Meaningful work improving patient recovery and long-term health

Build a Meaningful Nursing Career

A Staff Nurse – Transitional Care role at Kaiser Permanente offers more than a job—it’s an opportunity to shape the future of patient care while advancing your nursing career.

By combining clinical expertise with compassionate care, Staff Nurses help patients transition safely through recovery while supporting healthier communities.