University of Southern California
RN Clinical - 8 E Pulmonary Medicine Telemetry - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exe
University of Southern California, Glendale, California, us, 91222
Overview
RN Clinical - 8 E Pulmonary Medicine Telemetry - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) – Keck Medicine of USC, Hospital, Los Angeles, California. As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of patient care and education to the patient and family in accordance with the standards, policies, and practices in a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment. Essential Duties
Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals. Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the Nursing Process. ASSESSMENT: Appropriately completes Nursing Assessment upon patient admission, at each shift and with change of condition. Completes patient acuity by 0200/1400 daily. DIAGNOSIS: Interprets assessment information and formulates Nursing Diagnoses. PLAN: Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions. Documents expected/projected patient outcomes. Reviews/Revises/Updates Plans of Care daily based on evaluation and interpretation of patient outcomes. INTERVENTION: Administers medication and IV therapy appropriately at prescribed intervals. Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy at prescribed intervals. Delegates tasks based on others\' scope of practice and competency. Acts as patient advocate. Manages restraint use per policy. Attempts alternative non-restraint measures first. Ensures complete MD order per policy. Ensures MD assessment per policy. Ensures patient monitoring per policy. Ensures Restraint Audit Form is completed each shift. DOCUMENTATION: Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms: Admission Assessment, Pain scale assessment and reassessment before and after intervention, Daily flow sheet, Restraint flow sheet, Diabetes flow sheet, Educational flow sheet, Kardex Care Plan, Risk Assessment & Reassessment upon Fall, MAR, Equipment & Supplies, Intra and Inter Facility Transfer Forms, Belonging Tracking Form. Ensures orders are transcribed and signed off prior to the end of the shift. Completes 12h/24h chart checks. EDUCATION: Provides patient/family education as needed. Room/unit orientation. Plan of Care. Identifies knowledge deficits related to diagnoses and care. Uses and provides MICROMEDEX information to patients and families. TRANSFER & DISCHARGE: Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. Ensures all transfer paperwork is completed. Ensures belongings are sent with patient. EQUIPMENT: Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacture guidelines (IV pump, Feeding pump, PCA pump, Epidural pump, Sequential compression device, Wound VAC, Heating pad/pump). COMMUNICATION: Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family: Shift to shift report, Physician Rounds, Patient/family interactions, MDP Rounds, Hand-Off reports, Facility E-mail, Student/New employee/Contract employee. ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively. Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime. Completes shift on time. OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals, Patient identifiers, Unapproved abbreviations, Universal Protocol (Procedural Time Out), Hand-Off, Medication Reconciliation, Clinical Alarms, Other Hazardous waste management, Biohazard, Medication, Sharps, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO continuous survey readiness, Critical Values, Write Down/Read Back/Follow up/Telephone order/Appropriate/Documented/Signed/Timed and Dated/Stamped/Entered into unit log. Maintains safe practice; correct body mechanics; electrical safety; infection control procedures; hand washing. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL/SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Demonstrates the ability to manage patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, isolation precautions, respiratory and nutrition care for CF, and other specified conditions; safety precautions and skin care for hepatic encephalopathy, etc. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE ICU/S: Demonstrates the ability to manage complex critically ill patients, including transplants and advanced therapeutic modalities (hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, ventriculostomy, VADs, etc.). MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: Manages high acuity patients requiring monitoring and care, including post-transplant and post-surgical cases; ventilator care; arterial/CVP lines; VADs; lumbar drains. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT: Initiates, performs and terminates dialysis per policy; ensures orders and patient communication; complete documentation on dialysis treatment records. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Engages patients, maintains therapeutic milieu, assesses safety, participates in treatment planning, and follows legal status requirements; administers psychotropic medications with proper consent and documentation. BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: Applies de-escalation techniques; uses restraints when appropriate with physician assessment within required timeframes; conducts debriefing after incidents. QUALITY MEASURES: Identifies and documents Core Measure criteria and participates in data collection and process improvements. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in hospital/nursing activities, committees, teams, unit projects, and research. BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE hours, recognitions, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Req Bachelor\'s Degree in Nursing (BSN). Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019. Req 1 year acute inpatient hospital experience as RN in United States. Req Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, read, and written). Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions; ability to perform duties including blood collection and apheresis procedures per policies. Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service. Req Ability to work independently with minimal direction. Preferred Qualifications
Pref Specialty Certification Required Licenses/Certifications
Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – must obtain within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafter (LA City only) The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 - $95.00. USC considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education/training, skills, internal equity, and market considerations when extending an offer. REQ20167565 Posted Date: 09/16/2025
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RN Clinical - 8 E Pulmonary Medicine Telemetry - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) – Keck Medicine of USC, Hospital, Los Angeles, California. As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of patient care and education to the patient and family in accordance with the standards, policies, and practices in a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment. Essential Duties
Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals. Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the Nursing Process. ASSESSMENT: Appropriately completes Nursing Assessment upon patient admission, at each shift and with change of condition. Completes patient acuity by 0200/1400 daily. DIAGNOSIS: Interprets assessment information and formulates Nursing Diagnoses. PLAN: Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions. Documents expected/projected patient outcomes. Reviews/Revises/Updates Plans of Care daily based on evaluation and interpretation of patient outcomes. INTERVENTION: Administers medication and IV therapy appropriately at prescribed intervals. Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy at prescribed intervals. Delegates tasks based on others\' scope of practice and competency. Acts as patient advocate. Manages restraint use per policy. Attempts alternative non-restraint measures first. Ensures complete MD order per policy. Ensures MD assessment per policy. Ensures patient monitoring per policy. Ensures Restraint Audit Form is completed each shift. DOCUMENTATION: Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms: Admission Assessment, Pain scale assessment and reassessment before and after intervention, Daily flow sheet, Restraint flow sheet, Diabetes flow sheet, Educational flow sheet, Kardex Care Plan, Risk Assessment & Reassessment upon Fall, MAR, Equipment & Supplies, Intra and Inter Facility Transfer Forms, Belonging Tracking Form. Ensures orders are transcribed and signed off prior to the end of the shift. Completes 12h/24h chart checks. EDUCATION: Provides patient/family education as needed. Room/unit orientation. Plan of Care. Identifies knowledge deficits related to diagnoses and care. Uses and provides MICROMEDEX information to patients and families. TRANSFER & DISCHARGE: Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. Ensures all transfer paperwork is completed. Ensures belongings are sent with patient. EQUIPMENT: Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacture guidelines (IV pump, Feeding pump, PCA pump, Epidural pump, Sequential compression device, Wound VAC, Heating pad/pump). COMMUNICATION: Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family: Shift to shift report, Physician Rounds, Patient/family interactions, MDP Rounds, Hand-Off reports, Facility E-mail, Student/New employee/Contract employee. ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively. Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime. Completes shift on time. OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals, Patient identifiers, Unapproved abbreviations, Universal Protocol (Procedural Time Out), Hand-Off, Medication Reconciliation, Clinical Alarms, Other Hazardous waste management, Biohazard, Medication, Sharps, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO continuous survey readiness, Critical Values, Write Down/Read Back/Follow up/Telephone order/Appropriate/Documented/Signed/Timed and Dated/Stamped/Entered into unit log. Maintains safe practice; correct body mechanics; electrical safety; infection control procedures; hand washing. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL/SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Demonstrates the ability to manage patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, isolation precautions, respiratory and nutrition care for CF, and other specified conditions; safety precautions and skin care for hepatic encephalopathy, etc. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE ICU/S: Demonstrates the ability to manage complex critically ill patients, including transplants and advanced therapeutic modalities (hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, ventriculostomy, VADs, etc.). MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: Manages high acuity patients requiring monitoring and care, including post-transplant and post-surgical cases; ventilator care; arterial/CVP lines; VADs; lumbar drains. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT: Initiates, performs and terminates dialysis per policy; ensures orders and patient communication; complete documentation on dialysis treatment records. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Engages patients, maintains therapeutic milieu, assesses safety, participates in treatment planning, and follows legal status requirements; administers psychotropic medications with proper consent and documentation. BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: Applies de-escalation techniques; uses restraints when appropriate with physician assessment within required timeframes; conducts debriefing after incidents. QUALITY MEASURES: Identifies and documents Core Measure criteria and participates in data collection and process improvements. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in hospital/nursing activities, committees, teams, unit projects, and research. BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE hours, recognitions, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Req Bachelor\'s Degree in Nursing (BSN). Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019. Req 1 year acute inpatient hospital experience as RN in United States. Req Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, read, and written). Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions; ability to perform duties including blood collection and apheresis procedures per policies. Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service. Req Ability to work independently with minimal direction. Preferred Qualifications
Pref Specialty Certification Required Licenses/Certifications
Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – must obtain within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafter (LA City only) The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 - $95.00. USC considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education/training, skills, internal equity, and market considerations when extending an offer. REQ20167565 Posted Date: 09/16/2025
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