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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 benefits, competitive salaries and health and dental insurance we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing in this role?

The Charge Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and coordinating patient care from admission to the pre-op through discharge from the Center, including care provided in the Pre-op, Procedure Room and PACU. Sets and manages staffing schedule, is responsible for the day to day operational flow of patient care. Serves as a resource for clinical questions and patient care related issues as they arise. Works closely with the Administrator/Clinical Director, Nurse Manager, Medical Director and all staff. Provides leadership through example and sets the pace for an efficient, quality care focused, team oriented endoscopy center.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees the performance of tasks related to direct patient care in the pre-op, procedure rooms and PACU. Acts as a resource on clinical issues to all nursing and clinical ancillary staff.
• Serves as the team leader in the continuity of patient care in the clinical areas and acts as the Administrator/Clinical Director in the Director's absence.
• Defines and coordinates the adequate staffing of the pre-op, procedure rooms and PACU based on patient daily census and special patient needs.
• Ensures that all necessary equipment and supplies are ordered for the clinical area and that inventory par levels are maintained.
• Orders or oversees the ordering of medication and supplies on a weekly basis based on upcoming patient census.
• Directs the orientation, in-service training and education of assigned personnel, and conducts annual and off-cycle competency training.
• Participates in setting standards and writing nursing care policies and procedures.
• Holds monthly staff meetings to keep staff apprised of policy additions and revisions, findings of QI studies and implications, to relay pertinent information, and to allow employees to share ideas and concerns.
• Serves as a member of the QAPI Committee, compiles QI data and assists in achieving compliance to QI measures at the Center.
• Assists the Safety Officer in implementing the Safety Program at the Center and ensures that environmental and electrical safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Assists the Infection Control Coordinator in implementing the Safety Program at the Center and ensures that infection control policies and procedures are followed.
• Ensures that clinical personnel accurately and promptly complete medical records.

Education:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of nursing and patient care experience preferred
• 1 year of Charge Nurse RN experience required
• 1 year of experience in a hospital setting or ambulatory surgery center preferred

License & Certifications:

• Valid CA RN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (certification expiration dates must be valid 60 days from the start date)