University of Southern California
RN Clinical - 8 W Medical ICU - Full Time 12 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)
University of Southern California, Glendale, California, us, 91222
RN Clinical - 8 W Medical ICU - Full Time 12 Hour Nights (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 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, including Admission Assessment, Pain scale assessment and reassessment, 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 manufacturer guidelines, including 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, E-mail, Student/New employee/Contract employee.
ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively. Can organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime. Completes shift on time.
OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals, patient identifiers, universal protocol, hand-off, medication reconciliation, clinical alarms, hazard waste management, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO readiness, critical values documentation, and safety practices.
MANAGEMENT OF CARE: Medical-surgical, ICU/CCU, step-down/telemetry, dialysis, psychiatric, and related complex care including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator care, CRRT, devices (VADs, IABP), isolation precautions, and post-surgical care.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: De-escalation techniques, patient safety checks, treatment planning, and documentation per policy.
QUALITY MEASURES: Identify Core Measure criteria, complete documentation, and participate in data collection and process improvements related to Nurse Sensitive Quality Indicators.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participate in professional activities, committees, unit-based projects, and related opportunities.
BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE credits, recognition programs.
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.
Req Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, read, and written).
Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to perform duties including whole blood collection and apheresis procedures per policies.
Req Commitment to excellence in patient care and customer service.
Req Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) or obtain within 30 days of hire
Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider
Pref Specialty Certification
Hourly rate range: $44.00 - $95.00. USC considers factors such as role scope, experience, education, and market conditions when extending offers.
REQ20163925 | Posted Date: 06/16/2025
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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 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, including Admission Assessment, Pain scale assessment and reassessment, 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 manufacturer guidelines, including 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, E-mail, Student/New employee/Contract employee.
ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively. Can organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime. Completes shift on time.
OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals, patient identifiers, universal protocol, hand-off, medication reconciliation, clinical alarms, hazard waste management, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO readiness, critical values documentation, and safety practices.
MANAGEMENT OF CARE: Medical-surgical, ICU/CCU, step-down/telemetry, dialysis, psychiatric, and related complex care including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator care, CRRT, devices (VADs, IABP), isolation precautions, and post-surgical care.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: De-escalation techniques, patient safety checks, treatment planning, and documentation per policy.
QUALITY MEASURES: Identify Core Measure criteria, complete documentation, and participate in data collection and process improvements related to Nurse Sensitive Quality Indicators.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participate in professional activities, committees, unit-based projects, and related opportunities.
BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE credits, recognition programs.
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.
Req Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, read, and written).
Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to perform duties including whole blood collection and apheresis procedures per policies.
Req Commitment to excellence in patient care and customer service.
Req Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) or obtain within 30 days of hire
Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider
Pref Specialty Certification
Hourly rate range: $44.00 - $95.00. USC considers factors such as role scope, experience, education, and market conditions when extending offers.
REQ20163925 | Posted Date: 06/16/2025
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