Job Description

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it's just one of the many reasons we've achieved our fifth-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence From working with a team of elite healthcare professionals to using innovative facilities, you'll have everything you needed to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals.

We provided virtually every known gastroenterologic procedure and treatment for digestive diseases and disorders. With inpatient and outpatient programs and brand-new technology, specialized and internationally renowned physicians, and a body of research, clinical expertise and results, the Cedars-Sinai Digestive Disease team treats all disorders with skill and experience.

GI Lab PACU has an immediate opening for a Registered Nurse.

• You administer and perform Moderate Sedation as per the "Sedation" policy.
• You demonstrate knowledge of pre-procedure and post anesthesia care procedures, physical, emotional, psychological and other special needs of a patient undergoing GI procedures
• You demonstrate knowledge of implements pre-procedural testing and other clinical guidelines and protocols as appropriate and integrate data received, initiating early and appropriate interventions
• When assigned charge nurse responsibility you will also handle unit activity throughout the shift and initiate chain of command as appropriate
• You participate in at least 50% of unit meetings and provide constructive input to assist in unit direction.
• You provide assistance to co-workers, new staff, temporary staff and students; evaluating and detailing the orientation process.
• You delegate and assign tasks to licensed and unlicensed health care workers within the scope of their job responsibilities.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program. BSN or higher preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

• Current California State RN License required
• American Heart Association BCLS, ACLS and PALS
• National Specialty Certification required (i.e. CPAN)

Experience:

• Minimum three years recent acute RN experience in specialty - PACU or critical care experience required.
• Upon completion of the Moderate Sedation Competency & Post Test, demonstrate knowledge of/and implement approved discharge criteria for patients post sedation/anesthesia.
• Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice.
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service and an ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues.
• Meets clinical criteria and protocol for Clinical Nurse assigned level.