Clinical Nurse II - Outreach Programs / CTS Program (Pasadena)

$85,966 - $133,245/Yr

Cedars-Sinai - Beverly Hills, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Beverly Hills, CA

Hospitals

About the position

The Clinical Nurse II in the Outreach Programs/CTS Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is a skilled nursing professional responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in an ambulatory setting. This role involves independently prioritizing and managing patient care, utilizing strong decision-making skills, and adhering to established standards and procedures. The nurse will work collaboratively with healthcare teams to ensure effective treatment and education for diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements individualized patient care based on observations.
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) monitoring to maintain or improve care of designated patient population.
• Implements appropriate reporting, referrals and care in accordance with standardized procedures.
• Initiates emergency procedures when indicated.
• Demonstrates refined assessment skills to determine normal versus abnormal characteristics.
• Provides direct and indirect care services, including administration of medications and therapeutic agents.
• Performs skin tests, immunizations, phlebotomy, and initiates peripheral venous access.
• Observes signs and symptoms of illness and reactions to medications/treatments.
• Prioritizes identified patient care problems and assumes responsibility for problem resolution.
• Plans patient care and education based on disease process and anticipated patient outcomes.
• Provides care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Participates in evidence-based improvement initiatives and councils/committees.
• Identifies and assesses patient safety concerns and intervenes to provide a safe environment.
• Documents direct and indirect patient care services accurately.

Requirements

• Associate's degree/college diploma in nursing required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RN California state license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• One (1) year of relevant ambulatory or acute care experience in the area of specialty required.