Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Job Description

The Cedars-Sinai Neuroscience Critical Care Unit (Neuro-ICU) is a specialized, 24-bed facility within the Saperstein building. Our team treats critically ill neurological patients with conditions such as stroke, brain injury, seizures, and hemorrhage.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner to join our Neuro ICU team at Cedars-Sinai. As a teaching hospital, we are committed to education and collaboration, working closely with residents and fellows to provide a comprehensive learning environment. The Cedars-Sinai Neuroscience Critical Care Unit (Neuro-ICU) is a specialized, 24-bed facility within the Saperstein building, treating critically ill neurological patients with conditions like stroke, brain injury, seizures, and hemorrhage. Utilizing advanced monitoring and a multidisciplinary team, including neurointensivists, NPs, pharmacists, residents, and fellows, we are a leading Level 1 Trauma & Comprehensive Stroke Center.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Management: Provide comprehensive care to Neuro ICU patients, managing their critical care needs through the healthcare continuum, including preventative, acute, discharge, and ambulatory care.
• Nursing Process: Responsible for the application and supervision of the nursing process, including clinical practice, research involvement, consultative services, and patient care management.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Incorporate independent decision-making and collaboration with physicians to deliver expert care. Provide leadership in patient management across the healthcare continuum.
• Patient Care: Provide individualized care in line with CSHS philosophies, Nursing Standards of Care, and departmental policies. Deliver care sensitive to age, developmental milestones, and cultural diversity.
• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures: Perform appropriate procedures such as venipuncture, arterial puncture, lumbar puncture, and more, following standardized protocols. Document results and follow-up as necessary.
• Education and Mentorship: Provide patient and family education, support staff in clinical practices, and mentor graduate Nursing students. Participate in and lead committee work, influencing clinical policy and practice standards.
• Program Development: Develop and supervise programs aligning with patient needs and organizational goals. Analyze and implement new skills, technologies, and equipment for clinical efficacy and safety.
• Clinical Judgment: Educate and mentor staff on clinical judgment to promote positive patient outcomes. Address ethical dilemmas in clinical practice, providing direction and support to nursing staff.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master of Nursing Degree.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse practitioner program approved by the California Board of Registered.

Experience:

• One (1) plus years’ experience as Nurse Practitioner managing Neuro ICU patients highly preferred.

Licensure/Certifications Requirements:

• Current CA RN License.
• Nurse Practitioner and Furnishing License.
• National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current DEA License (schedule 2-5)

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