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4South is our 63-bed, Oncology/Cellular Therapy/Hospice unit providing quality care to patients with medical diagnoses such as pneumonia, rule out tuberculosis, sepsis, sickle cell anemia, cancer and palliative care. Patient care needs are identified through interdisciplinary assessments, team care planning, and a patient classification system. A multi-disciplinary approach is used throughout the continuum of service with a special focus on pain management, medications, self-care, nutrition, and education. The team also provides special procedures including chemotherapy administration and monitoring, pain management, metabolic support, patient and caregiver education and support and, palliative care. We also provide quality care to patients undergoing chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation and for patients with leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma stem cell/bone marrow transplantation (BMT). We also have medical and telemetry patients and nurses are trained for various research protocols as they administer the medication for the research study.

As a Registered Nurse on 4South, you are responsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care for the specialty patient population. You will also

• provide and accurately document direct and indirect patient care services that ensures the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection of patients in a timely manner
• provide patient education on disease prevention and restorative measures.
• provide administration of medications and therapeutic agents necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, or rehabilitative plan of care.
• perform skin tests, immunizations, phlebotomy and the initiation of peripheral venous access.
• observe and assess signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to medications/treatments, general behavior, and/or general physical condition to determine normal versus abnormal characteristics and initiate emergency procedures when indicated.
• plan and implement individualized patient care based on observations. Implements appropriate reporting, referrals and care in accordance with standardized procedures while providing care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds.
• identify patients' readiness for learning and their ability to follow directions/instructions and give consent while identifying and assessing patient safety concerns with respect to age and developmental considerations.
• demonstrate the knowledge and the ability 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.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Program bonus. See website for details: https://jobs.cedars-sinai.edu/employee-referrals
 

Job Summary: Key Job Responsibilities
A Clinical Nurse II (CN II) is a competent clinician who provides nursing care in a skilled and effective manner. A
CNII Independently prioritizes & delivers dependable and effective patient care in a variety of patient situations
using nursing process utilizing appropriate decision-making skills. A CNII exhibits competence in the technical,
interpersonal and cognitive skills required to independently and safely manage routine patient assignment. The
Clinical Nurse II begins to develop their mentorship skillsets under the leadership of experienced and expert
clinicians on their unit. Drives the mentee-mentor relationship to identify gaps in skills, practice and knowledge
to achieve desired goals.
A CNII establishes a plan of care, sets goals, determines priorities, and provides care within established
standards of practice.
The scope of responsibility, duties and accountability at the facility department and position levels including
knowledge and practice of the clinical/technical skills necessary to the position consistent with the Nurse Practice
Act. Nursing job duties are to meet the Nurse Practice Act, Title 22, The Joint Commission and the Plan for
Provision of Nursing Care and the Plan for Provision of Care to Patients, and other regulatory requirements.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
? 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.
? Provides care and patient education on disease prevention and restorative measures.
? Provides direct and indirect care services, including, but not limited to, the administration of medications and
therapeutic agents necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, or rehabilitative plan of care.
? Performs skin tests, immunizations, phlebotomy and the initiation of peripheral venous access.
? Observes signs and symptoms of illness, reactions to medications/treatments, general behavior, and/or
general physical condition.
? 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.
? Provides care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds. Identifies
patient?s readiness for learning and ability to follow directions/instructions and give consent.
?
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.
? Participates in evidence-based improvement initiatives and/or councils/committees that improve nursing
outcomes and the work environment in their unit/department.
? 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.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Additional primary duties and responsibilities that are only performed in the specific department(s) below:
Department Duties and Responsibilities
Pediatrics (4NE) Postpartum and Newborn Nsy -Infant Safety and Security: Identify infant safety risk
and implement standard practice to prevent harm and abduction
Pediatrics (4NE)
Postpartum and Newborn Nsy -Perform State Required Newborn Screens: Completes
thorough assessment and newborn screens such as Critical Congenital Heart Defect,
Jaundice, Newborn Hearing Screens, CA Newborn Screening Test
Pediatrics (4NE)
Postpartum and Newborn Nsy - Lactation Support and Education: performs a
comprehensive breastfeeding assessment of the mother/baby/family, to facilitate
intervention and the development of a breastfeeding plan
Pediatrics (4NE)
Postpartum and Newborn Nsy -Postpartum Depression Screen: Properly screens all
postpartum moms for postpartum depression, providing education of risk, and
collaboration with MD and SW for referral and resource
Pediatrics (4NE) Postpartum and Newborn Nsy - Postpartum Hemorrhage Management: able to
identify and intervene in postpartum emergency management of a hemorrhage
Pain Center Provides direct and indirect care services for each clinical area of the department
including perioperative, clinic, and triage.
Pain Center Adheres to radiographic protective equipment while working intraoperatively.
Pain Center Performs administration of moderate sedation and medicinal infusions while adhering
to medication safety protocols.
Research Institute
Clinical & Translational Research Center (CTRC) - Oversees multiple research studies
as protocol liaison, works with the nurse manager to ensure staff involved in patient
care meet all training requirements. Collaborates with the study team to ensure clear,
accurate execution of study protocols, treatment procedures, and research orders.
Research Institute
Clinical & Translational Research Center (CTRC) - Travels to offsite locations,
including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center inpatient units and other affiliated locations, to
provide nursing care for clinical trial participants.
Research Institute
Clinical & Translational Research Center (CTRC) - Collects, handles, and processes
research specimens following protocol requirements. Records vital signs, medications,
research compounds administered, and patient responses in medical records and data
sheets.
Research Institute
Clinical & Translational Research Center (CTRC) - Provide educational and support to
inpatient nurses regarding research specific aspects of care for patients involved in
clinical trials.
Research Institute
Clinical & Translational Research Center (CTRC) - Provides direct nursing care to adult
and pediatric research participants. Administers medications, therapeutic agents, and
other treatments according to research protocols and physician orders. Supports
high-risk procedures, including infusion of investigational drugs including but not
limited to gene therapy, immunotherapy, Chemotherapy and sedation. Responds to
emergencies by initiating appropriate procedures.
Teamwork/Customer Relation Responsibilities
Collaborates to problem solve and make decisions to achieve desired outcomes
Establishes effective working relationships with cross-functional team(s)
Responds timely, effectively and appropriately to deliverables
Shares knowledge, time and expertise to assist other members of the team
Team Lead/Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
Responsible for hiring, onboarding, managing schedules, personnel actions, performance reviews, and
performance improvement plans.
These statements describe the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and are not intended to
be an exhaustive list of all tasks. Other work duties may be assigned at any time with or without
notice.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level Education Details Minimu
m Preferred
Assoc. Degree/College
Diploma
X
Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (state accredited program) X
Work Experience
Years of Experience Experience Details Minimu
m Preferred
1 year
For external hires, acute care experience in their specialty for new
hires.
Promotion to Clinical Nurse II is automatic after completion of one (1)
year of clinical experience and a satisfactory performance appraisal at
a Clinical Nurse I level.
X
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Skill/Knowledge/Ability Description Proficiency
Regulatory - Ability to interpret and
apply knowledge of State, Federal
and Agency standards to comply with
regulations
Working knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint
Commission and other state and local regulatory
requirements including perioperative standards when
applicable.
Intermediate
Communication - Ability to
communicate expectations and
priorities, and clarify roles and
responsibilities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills. And has full
command (verbal and written) of the English language. Intermediate
Technical - Ability to operate
mechanical/medical devices and/or
equipment
Knowledgeable and proficient in the use of health care
technology within specialty area. Intermediate
Other
Demonstrates commitment to customer service and an
ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and
health care colleagues.
Intermediate
Time Management - Ability to
demonstrate time management and
priority setting skills
Demonstrated success working independently, forging
relationships, and managing multiple tasks with minimal
directions.
Intermediate
Analytical\Ability to demonstrates
problem solving skills and
recommends solutions
Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative information
for decision support. Intermediate
Technical - Ability to use software
applications and operate technological
devices (e.g., computer, laptop,
tablet, smartphone, etc.)
High level of proficiency using Microsoft Windows and other
Microsoft Office software: MS Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint
Word, etc.
Intermediate
Other
Must be able to manage competing priorities, while being
extremely adaptable and flexible and maintaining a positive
work environment.
Intermediate
Licenses and Certifications
Licenses/Certifications Lic/Certification Details Time Frame Minimu
m Preferred
RN State License California State RN License Upon Hire X
Basic Life Support (BLS) BCLS Certification Upon Hire X
Other
Other Competencies, as required
by your specialty unit (ex. ACLS,
PALS, fetal heart monitoring)
1 Year
X
ANCC Specialty Certification
Any ANCC Specialty Certification
strongly recommended after 2
years in specialty
X
Department Specific Licenses and Certifications
Additional licenses or certifications that are required/preferred in the specific department(s) below:
Department Licenses/Certifications Lic/Certification
Details
Time
Frame
Minimu
m Preferred
Cancer Center ANCC Specialty Certification
Current oncologyspecific
nursing
certification by an
nationally accredited
certification program
and ANCC recognized;
or
1 Year
X
Cancer Center
Obtain ongoing
education by earning
12- cancer related
continuing nursing
education hours
[Commission on
Cancer] during years
not oncology certified
1 Year
X
Research Institute Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Clinical &
Translational
Research Center
(CTRC)
1 Year
X
Research Institute Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support
(PALS)
Clinical &
Translational
Research Center
(CTRC)
1 Year
X
Research Institute ONC Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy
Certification
Clinical &
Translational
Research Center
(CTRC)
1 Year
X
Research Institute ANCC Specialty Certification
Clinical &
Translational
Research Center
(CTRC) - Nursing
certification by an
nationally accredited
certification program
and ANCC recognized
X
Breast Center ANCC Specialty Certification
Current oncologyspecific
nursing
certification by an
nationally accredited
certification program
and ANCC recognized;
or
1 Year
X
Breast Center
Obtain ongoing
education by earning
12- cancer related
continuing nursing
education hours
[Commission on
Cancer] during years
not oncology certified
1 Year
X
Radiation Oncology ANCC Specialty Certification
Current oncologyspecific
nursing
certification by an
nationally accredited
certification program
and ANCC recognized;
or
1 Year
X
Radiation Oncology
Obtain ongoing
education by earning
12- cancer related
continuing nursing
1 Year
X
Department Specific Licenses and Certifications
Additional licenses or certifications that are required/preferred in the specific department(s) below:
Department Licenses/Certifications Lic/Certification
Details
Time
Frame
Minimu
m Preferred
education hours
[Commission on
Cancer] during years
not oncology certified
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Working Environment Catagory Nursing Patient Facing
Physical and Other Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with
Disabilities Act and California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The physical requirements described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical Demand N/A Rarely Occasionally Frequently Constantly Weight
Standing X
Walking X
Sitting X
Lifting X 50 lbs.
Carrying X 50 lbs.
Pushing X 75 lbs.
Pulling X 75 lbs.
Climbing X
Balancing X
Stooping X
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination X
Crouching X
Crawling X
Reaching X
Handling X
Grasping X
Feeling X
Talking X
Hearing X
Repetitive Motions
Kneeling X
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
primary duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to meet the following physical demands:
Working Condition N/A Yes No
Extreme cold X
Extreme heat X
Humid X
Wet X
Noise X
Hazards X
Temperature Change X
Atmospheric Conditions X
Vibration X
Other X
Travel Requirements
Est. Amount Brief Description
0%
Valid Driver's License Required
Yes/No Reason for Drivers License
No