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Job Description Join Cedars-Sinai! Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022 ? 23 Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company?s Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America?s Best Hospitals! Why work here? Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b), we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation. Are you ready to bring your expert clinical competencies to a world-class facility recognized as one of the top ten in the country? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? 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. What will you be doing in this role? The Cedars-Sinai Bronchoscopy Laboratory provides both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as flexible bronchoscopy with or without biopsy; with navigation; with cryotherapy; with or without stent; and with photodynamic therapy. It also provides bronchoscopy with laser resection right heart catheterization with fluoroscopy, thoracentesis and whole lung lavage. Provides professional nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic services to hospitalized patients in a variety of healthcare settings. Observes signs and symptoms of illness, reaction to medication/treatments, general behavior and/or general physical condition. Administers medications and treatments as ordered by a physician or LIP. Performs skin tests, immunizations, phlebotomy and the initiation of peripheral venous access. Provides and accurately documents direct and indirect patient care services that ensures the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection of patients in a timely manner. Demonstrates refined assessment skills, integrating appropriate data sources to assess the signs, symptoms, reactions, behaviors, or general appearance to determine normal versus abnormal characteristics. Plans and implements individualized patient care based on observations. Implements appropriate reporting, referrals and care in accordance with standardized procedures. Initiates emergency procedures when indicated. Demonstrates knowledge and is able to identify and make special adjustments as required to the specific populations needs, including cultural, spiritual, age, psychosocial, communication, gender, sexual orientation, economic, education, family and condition needs. Identifies and assesses patient safety concerns with respect to age and developmental considerations. Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates effectiveness of intervention for patient Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred License/Certifications: Valid CA RN license required. ACLS and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required Experience: A minimum of 1 year of acute care nursing experience required 2 + years of Bronchoscopy, Endoscopy, PACU, Critical Care, CVIC, Interventional Radiology or other procedural experience involving moderate sedation highly preferred Strong IV skills required Req ID : 9774 Working Title : RN II (Per Diem) – Bronchoscopy Department : Bronchoscopy Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category : Nursing Job Specialty : Nursing Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT Primary Shift : Day Shift Duration : 8 hour Base Pay : $69.00 – $80.00