Surgical RN (12-Hour Days) – High-Impact General Surgery

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai’s 8South Surgical Unit seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver high‑quality care for adult surgical patients. You’ll apply the nursing process, administer medications, educate patients, and document care to ensure safety and positive outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a CA RN license, BLS, BSN or higher preferred, and a minimum of 3 years in acute care; RN III track may require a specialty certification within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN or higher preferred.
• Current California State RN license required.
• American Red Cross or American Heart Association BLS certification.
• For RN III: Specialty certification required or obtained within one year of hire.
• Minimum 3 years of recent acute RN experience in the specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for surgical unit patients including pre- and post-operative care.
• Administer medications and therapeutic agents per care plan.
• Educate patients and families on disease prevention and post-discharge care.
• Document directly and accurately the care provided and patient responses.
• Monitor patient status, detect deterioration, and initiate emergency interventions when needed.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

Patient education

Vital signs assessment

Emergency response

Education

BSN degree or higher

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Cedars-Sinai’s 8South Surgical Unit seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver high‑quality care for adult surgical patients. You’ll apply the nursing process, administer medications, educate patients, and document care to ensure safety and positive outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include a CA RN license, BLS, BSN or higher preferred, and a minimum of 3 years in acute care; RN III track may require a specialty certification within one year of hire.