University of Southern California
RN Clinical - 4S Cardiovascular Surgery / Heart + Lung Transplant ICU - Full Tim
University of Southern California, Glendale, California, us, 91222
Overview
RN Clinical - 4S Cardiovascular Surgery / Heart + Lung Transplant 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 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, rounds, hand-off reports, facility e-mail, student/new employee/contract employee. ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively. Ability 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; universal protocol; hand-off; medication reconciliation; clinical alarms; hazard waste management; HIPAA; OSHA requirements; JCAHO continuous survey readiness; critical values; documentation requirements; safe practice in the work environment. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL/SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Care for THA, TKA, spinal surgery, isolation, respiratory and nutrition care for CF, medications with transplant-related precautions, hepatic encephalopathy skin care. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT/S: Manage complex critically ill patients including heart/lung transplants, hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, intracranial pressure monitoring, VADs, balloons, and related advanced therapies. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: High-acuity monitoring for post-transplant and other complex cases; ventilator care, arterial/CVP lines, VADs, lumbar drains. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS: Initiates, performs, and terminates dialysis; pre-treatment safety checks; documentation; coordination with physicians for orders. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Therapeutic engagement, safety monitoring, treatment planning, and coordination with authorities as required. BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: De-escalation, application, monitoring, physician assessment, and debriefing. QUALITY MEASURES: Core measure documentation and participation in data collection for quality indicators. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participation in professional activities and committees; unit projects; research activities. BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, certifications, CE credits, recognition awards. 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 Specialized/technical training; graduate from an accredited school of Nursing. Req 1 year acute inpatient hospital experience as RN. Req Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, read, and written). Req Knowledge of medical procedures, including blood collection and apheresis procedures, per policy. Req Commitment 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 (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – within 30 days of hire and renewed as required Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association Hourly rate range: $44.00 - $95.00. USC considers factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions when extending offers. REQ20160641 Posted Date: 09/28/2025
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RN Clinical - 4S Cardiovascular Surgery / Heart + Lung Transplant 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 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, rounds, hand-off reports, facility e-mail, student/new employee/contract employee. ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively. Ability 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; universal protocol; hand-off; medication reconciliation; clinical alarms; hazard waste management; HIPAA; OSHA requirements; JCAHO continuous survey readiness; critical values; documentation requirements; safe practice in the work environment. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL/SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Care for THA, TKA, spinal surgery, isolation, respiratory and nutrition care for CF, medications with transplant-related precautions, hepatic encephalopathy skin care. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT/S: Manage complex critically ill patients including heart/lung transplants, hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, intracranial pressure monitoring, VADs, balloons, and related advanced therapies. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: High-acuity monitoring for post-transplant and other complex cases; ventilator care, arterial/CVP lines, VADs, lumbar drains. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS: Initiates, performs, and terminates dialysis; pre-treatment safety checks; documentation; coordination with physicians for orders. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Therapeutic engagement, safety monitoring, treatment planning, and coordination with authorities as required. BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: De-escalation, application, monitoring, physician assessment, and debriefing. QUALITY MEASURES: Core measure documentation and participation in data collection for quality indicators. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participation in professional activities and committees; unit projects; research activities. BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, certifications, CE credits, recognition awards. 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 Specialized/technical training; graduate from an accredited school of Nursing. Req 1 year acute inpatient hospital experience as RN. Req Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, read, and written). Req Knowledge of medical procedures, including blood collection and apheresis procedures, per policy. Req Commitment 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 (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – within 30 days of hire and renewed as required Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association Hourly rate range: $44.00 - $95.00. USC considers factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions when extending offers. REQ20160641 Posted Date: 09/28/2025
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