Registered Nurse II, Procedural - Calabasas ASC (Per Diem)
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse II, Procedural provides individualized and specialized nursing care in accordance with physician orders, recognized nursing techniques, California nursing practice requirements, and center policies and procedures. The nurse works collaboratively with physicians and staff, demonstrates teamwork, and uses initiative, insight, and sound judgment in decision-making. The role involves assessing and supporting patients before, during, and after procedures; maintaining medical records and procedure logs; communicating pertinent information; and promoting patient safety. The nurse administers oral and IV medications, confirms informed consent before sedation, assists physicians during procedures, and monitors patients receiving conscious sedation or analgesia. The position also includes maintaining room cleanliness and sterility, preparing and testing endoscopy equipment, and maintaining equipment, supplies, and medications. The nurse may be cross-trained to provide pre- and post-operative care and may cover lunches, breaks, or full shifts in those areas as needed. Cedars-Sinai is a healthcare organization providing primary and specialty care, research, teaching, and community service across Southern California.
Requirements
- Associate degree or college diploma in nursing, minimum.
- At least 2 years of nursing experience, minimum.
- Current California Registered Nurse license required upon hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS/ALS) certification required upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
- 5 years of nursing experience preferred.
- Experience in a gastroenterology practice, endoscopy center, or endoscopy unit preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient needs and provide supportive care before, during, and after procedures.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records and assist with procedure logs.
- Communicate pertinent information clearly and accurately to physicians and coworkers.
- Provide a safe environment to prevent patient injury.
- Investigate and intervene in problem situations, report information to a supervisor as appropriate, and document accurately and completely.
- Follow Standard Precautions and use required personal protective equipment.
- Maintain equipment and supplies, including cleaning and disinfecting endoscopy equipment, operating and troubleshooting patient monitoring equipment, and helping maintain inventory of supplies and medications.
- Administer oral and IV medications and pharmaceuticals safely and accurately.
- Ensure informed consents are understood and signed before sedation is administered.
- Assist physicians in performing procedures.
- Monitor patients receiving conscious sedation or analgesia.
- Maintain the sterility and cleanliness of the procedure room and set up and test endoscopy equipment before procedures.
- Escalate situations beyond the nurse’s capabilities or job responsibilities to appropriate personnel and report and communicate errors.
- May provide cross-trained pre- and post-operative nursing care, including coverage for lunches, breaks, or full shifts as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
