USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice)
RN Clinical - 8 E Pulmonary Medicine Telemetry - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exe
USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
RN Clinical - 8 E Pulmonary Medicine Telemetry - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
Apply 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.
AS SESSMENT: 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; completes Restraint Audit Form each shift.
DOCUMENTATION: Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms. Includes Admission Assessment, Pain scale, Daily flow sheet, Restraint flow sheet, Diabetes flow sheet, Educational flow sheet, Kardex, Care Plan, Risk Assessment & Reassessment upon Fall, MAR, Equipment & Supplies, and Transfer Forms. Ensures orders are transcribed and signed off prior to end of shift; completes 12h/24h chart checks.
EDUCATION: Provides patient/family education as needed; room/unit orientation; Plan of Care; identifies knowledge deficits; uses MICROMEDEX information for patients and families.
TRANSFER & DISCHARGE: Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. Ensures all transfer paperwork, belongings are completed.
EQUIPMENT: Uses patient care equipment safely per manufacturer guidelines (IV pump, feeding pump, PCA pump, Epidural pump, SCDs, Wound VAC, heating devices).
COMMUNICATION: Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team and patient/family; shift reports; rounds; hand-off reports; email.
ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively; prioritizes responsibilities; adheres to schedule.
OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals, patient identifiers, universal protocol, medication reconciliation, HIPAA, OSHA, JCAHO readiness and related requirements.
ADDITIONAL PRACTICES: Follow up on orders, proper documentation, safety practices, body mechanics, electrical safety, infection control.
MANAGEMENT OF CARE: Includes care for medical-surgical patients (e.g., THA, TKA, spinal surgery), isolation precautions, and transfusion/ventilation considerations as applicable; management of complex care in ICU/step-down/telemetry and dialysis settings; psychosocial and psychiatric patient considerations as applicable.
BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: De-escalation, application of restraints when necessary, monitoring, physician assessment, and debriefing as required.
QUALITY MEASURES: Core measure documentation and data collection related to nurse-sensitive indicators.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in professional activities and unit-based projects; potential involvement in committees and research.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
BSN or equivalent (Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019)
1 year acute inpatient hospital experience as RN in United States
Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, reading, writing)
Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions; ability to perform duties including whole blood collection and apheresis procedures as policy requires
Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Preferred Qualifications
Specialty Certification (preferred)
Required Licenses/Certifications
Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) or equivalent within 30 days of hire (where required)
The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 - $95.00. The University of Southern California considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, internal equity, and applicable laws and policies when making offers.
REQ20167565 | Posted Date: 09/16/2025
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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.
AS SESSMENT: 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; completes Restraint Audit Form each shift.
DOCUMENTATION: Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms. Includes Admission Assessment, Pain scale, Daily flow sheet, Restraint flow sheet, Diabetes flow sheet, Educational flow sheet, Kardex, Care Plan, Risk Assessment & Reassessment upon Fall, MAR, Equipment & Supplies, and Transfer Forms. Ensures orders are transcribed and signed off prior to end of shift; completes 12h/24h chart checks.
EDUCATION: Provides patient/family education as needed; room/unit orientation; Plan of Care; identifies knowledge deficits; uses MICROMEDEX information for patients and families.
TRANSFER & DISCHARGE: Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. Ensures all transfer paperwork, belongings are completed.
EQUIPMENT: Uses patient care equipment safely per manufacturer guidelines (IV pump, feeding pump, PCA pump, Epidural pump, SCDs, Wound VAC, heating devices).
COMMUNICATION: Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team and patient/family; shift reports; rounds; hand-off reports; email.
ORGANIZATION: Manages time effectively; prioritizes responsibilities; adheres to schedule.
OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals, patient identifiers, universal protocol, medication reconciliation, HIPAA, OSHA, JCAHO readiness and related requirements.
ADDITIONAL PRACTICES: Follow up on orders, proper documentation, safety practices, body mechanics, electrical safety, infection control.
MANAGEMENT OF CARE: Includes care for medical-surgical patients (e.g., THA, TKA, spinal surgery), isolation precautions, and transfusion/ventilation considerations as applicable; management of complex care in ICU/step-down/telemetry and dialysis settings; psychosocial and psychiatric patient considerations as applicable.
BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: De-escalation, application of restraints when necessary, monitoring, physician assessment, and debriefing as required.
QUALITY MEASURES: Core measure documentation and data collection related to nurse-sensitive indicators.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in professional activities and unit-based projects; potential involvement in committees and research.
Other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
BSN or equivalent (Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019)
1 year acute inpatient hospital experience as RN in United States
Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, reading, writing)
Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions; ability to perform duties including whole blood collection and apheresis procedures as policy requires
Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Preferred Qualifications
Specialty Certification (preferred)
Required Licenses/Certifications
Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) or equivalent within 30 days of hire (where required)
The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 - $95.00. The University of Southern California considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, internal equity, and applicable laws and policies when making offers.
REQ20167565 | Posted Date: 09/16/2025
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