Clinical Partner - Alternate Care Unit - ACU - 12hr Nights

Job Description

Make a Difference Every Single Day at Cedars-Sinai!

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it's just one of the many reasons we've achieved consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence! From working with a team of world-class healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you'll have everything you need to do something incrediblefor yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover 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 dedication 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?

As a Clinical Partner, you will assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care for the specialty patient population. Provide personal nursing care and perform routine assigned tasks under the direction of a licensed Registered Nurse (RN).

• Identifies physical, emotional and social needs of patients and reports findings to the RN.
• Participates in the implementation of patient care and contributes to the plan under the supervision of the RN.
• Provides for the safety and comfort of patients, families and significant others. Reduces risk of health care acquired infections by using the CDC hand washing guidelines and CSMC isolation policy.
• Safely uses restraints requested by the charge nurse or primary RN and participates in all initiatives that assist in reducing the risk of patient harm by following safety precautions.
• Assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and assist patient mobilization and out of bed activities.
• Ensures environmental cleanliness in patient rooms and patient care areas and accompany patient for any tests/procedures
• Maintains patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, recording intake and output, dispensing/retrieving patient care supplies, report abnormal vital signs to charge nurse or primary RN, as well as accurately documenting in electronic medical records

A complete application should include:

1. An Online Application
2. A Resume (include all CNA experience with start and end dates and contact information)
3. HS Diploma/GED or equivalent
4. Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) by ARC AHA
5. California CNA Certificate

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• HS Diploma or GED required

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

• California Certified Nursing Assistant Certification required
• BLS Certification by the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross required

Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year previous experience as a Licensed CNA in an acute care facility (hospital or medical center strongly preferred)
• Demonstrates a dedication to customer service and an ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 915 licensed beds, 2,993 physicians, 4,700+ nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.