Registered Nurse II - GI Motility - 8 Hour Days

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 an innovative 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.

The GI Motility Program at Cedars-Sinai uses advanced technology and comprehensive testing to pinpoint the cause of disruptions to patients' digestive systems. Motility is the synchronized, wave-like movement of the muscles pushing food through your digestive system. Motility disorders, or dysmotility, is when the muscles do not function as they should, causing a range of health problems. Motility disorders can affect any part of the GI tract, including the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, large bowel and sphincter. Motility disorders are commonly associated with a change in the balance of the gut microbiome such as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). Our team works with patients to develop a personalized treatment plan that targets the source of the problem.

Summary of Essential Duties:

• Provides and documents direct and indirect patient care services that ensure the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection of patients. Provides care and patient education on disease prevention and restorative measures.
• Administration of medications and therapeutic agents necessary to implement the treatment, disease prevention, or rehabilitative plan of care.
• Performs skin tests, immunizations, phlebotomy, central line access, and care if applicable, and the initiation of peripheral venous access.
• Observes signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to medications/treatments, general behavior, and/or general physical condition. Assesses signs, symptoms, reactions, behaviors, or general appearance to determine normal versus abnormal characteristics.
• Implements appropriate reporting, referrals, and care in accordance with standardized procedures. Initiates emergency procedures when indicated.
• Provides care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds. Identifies patient’s readiness for learning and ability to understand directions/instructions and give consent.
• Identifies and assesses patient safety concerns with respect to age and developmental considerations. Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates the effectiveness of intervention for patients.

Qualifications

Education:
Graduate of an accredited nursing program required
BSN preferred

License/Certifications:
Current, unrestricted California RN license required
BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
Specialty certification required or willing to obtain within one year from start date

Experience:
A minimum of 3 years of acute care nursing experience required
Experience in a procedural setting preferred
Experience with GI patients is beneficial