Clinical Nurse III - Extended Recovery

City of Hope•Duarte, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated nurse to join our Extended Recovery Department team. As a nurse in this department, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to patients who require extended monitoring and support post-operatively or post-procedure. The schedule for this opportunity is part-time, 12-hour shifts, and is designated for the day shift.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
Current California RN license
Minimum of 3 (Three) years experience in an acute care setting and/or outpatient setting
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Card through American Heart Association

Responsibilities

Monitoring and assessing patients' vital signs, pain levels, and overall condition during the Phase I and Phase 2 recovery periods, to ensure a smooth transition towards discharge.
Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accurate dosage and proper administration techniques.
Recognizing and responding promptly to any changes in patients' condition, taking appropriate action to ensure their safety and well-being.
Collaborating with healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients, addressing their unique recovery needs.
Providing clear and thorough post-operative instructions to patients and their families, ensuring they understand and can follow the necessary steps for a successful recovery at home.
Providing emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families, addressing any concerns or questions they may have regarding the recovery process.
Maintaining a clean and organized recovery environment, adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards.