Registered Nurse III - GI Lab

Job Description
Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Would you like to take your nursing skills to the next level in a state-of-the-art environment recognized as a top ten hospital in the United States? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

Cedars-Sinai can provide every known procedure available for gastrointestinal (GI) disorders and GI tract surgery. The dedicated care team of specialists works to advance the field and improve the quality of care for patients dealing with these unique challenges as well as playing a vital role in managing both pre- and post - procedure care, particularly for patients recovering from anesthesia. We are seeking experienced PACU Nurses that understand how critical it is to ensuring our patients with a safe recovery, minimizing complications and supporting the overall flow of GI procedures.

Responsibilities
As a Pre/Post-Operative PACU Registered Nurse, you will deliver nursing care for GI patients across the preoperative and postoperative period from admission to discharge.
Care involves assessing, communicating patient status, performing nursing procedures, completing preoperative check list, coordinating with anesthesia personnel, completing preoperative orders and documenting care given.
The Clinical Nurse IIII will ensure that the patient needs are met through the continuum of care, while concurrently providing support to facility staff and the operating physician.
Maintains clinical competencies with GI Lab procedures, including EGD and colonoscopies.
Preparing patients prior to procedures
Providing continuous post-anesthesia monitoring and documentation
Managing airways, oxygenation, and hemodynamic stability
Identifying and responding to post-anesthesia complications or emergencies
Coordinating timely discharge or transfer of patients
Collaborating with endoscopy nurses, proceduralists, and support staff
Ensuring infection control and recovery bay readiness

Qualifications
Qualifications:
Education:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program required
BSN preferred
License/Certification:

Current, unrestricted California RN license required
ACLS and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
CGRN preferred (or willing to obtain within one year from start date)
Experience:

A minimum of 3 years of acute care nursing experience required
At least 2 years of nursing experience in an ICU or PACU setting required
At least 1 year of GI nursing experience preferred