Registered Nurse - Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Internship - 4SCCT - 12-Hour Nights

Cedars-Sinai

24d ago

Internship
Full-time
Placement Program
Healthcare
Beverly Hills

AI generated summary

You must have a BSN, California RN license, ACLS certification, 1 year acute RN experience, and meet clinical criteria and standards of practice.
You will provide direct patient care, administer medications, perform assessments, ensure safety, educate patients, and adapt care for diverse needs while documenting all services accurately.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN or higher degree.
California State RN License required
American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required.
Specialty certification required for CNIII.
Minimum 1 year recent acute RN experience
Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice.
Demonstrates a dedication to customer service and an ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues.
Meets clinical criteria and protocol for Clinical Nurse assigned level.

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.
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.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Registered Nurse - Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Internship - 4SCCT - 12-Hour Nights.

When does the ICU Internship Program begin?

The ICU Internship Program begins in August 2025.

What is the duration of the ICU Internship Program?

The ICU Internship Program lasts for 8 weeks.

What kind of patients will I be caring for in the Cardiac ICU?

You will be caring for patients who are acutely ill due to life-threatening diseases pertaining to the heart or blood vessels and/or have undergone invasive cardiac procedures.

Is there a work commitment after completing the internship?

Yes, there is an 18-month work commitment on the unit after completing the internship.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program and hold a BSN or higher degree.

What certifications are required for this position?

A California State RN License and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification from either the American Red Cross or American Heart Association are required.

How much recent acute RN experience is needed?

A minimum of 1 year of recent acute RN experience is required.

What is the shift duration for this position?

The shift duration is 12 hours.

What is the base pay range for this position?

The base pay range is $50.48 to $80.77.

How many ICU specialty areas can I apply to?

You should apply to no more than 2 ICU specialty areas of interest.

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