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USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice)

RN Clinical - Cardiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union)

USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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RN Clinical - Cardiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union) Join to apply for the RN Clinical - Cardiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union) role at USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice). Responsibilities

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 and 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, Daily flow sheet, Restraint flow sheet, Diabetes flow sheet, Educational flow sheet, Kardex, Care Plan, MAR, and related forms. 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 MICROMEDEX information for 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 per manufacturer guidelines (IV pump, feeding pump, PCA pump, Epidural pump, SCDs, wound care devices, heating pads/kits). COMMUNICATION – Communicates effectively with the healthcare team including patient and family; shift-to-shift reports, rounds, hand-offs, and other stakeholders. ORGANIZATION – Manages time effectively; prioritizes responsibilities; ensures timely breaks and shift completion. REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS – Follows National Patient Safety Goals, patient identifiers, universal protocol, hand-off practices, medication reconciliation, clinical alarms, HIPAA, OSHA, and related requirements; maintains continuous survey readiness. ADDITIONAL PRACTICES – Read back, document, sign, time, and date entries; maintain safe practice; adhere to body mechanics, electrical safety, infection control. CARE CONTEXT – MANAGE CARE for Medical-Surgical, ICU, Telemetry, Dialysis, Psychiatric patients with relevant safety and clinical standards. QUALITY MEASURES – Identify eligible patients, complete core measures, participate in data collection and process improvements related to nurse sensitive quality indicators. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – Participate in professional hospital/nursing activities, committees, unit-based projects, and related activities. ADDITIONAL DUTIES – Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019 Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, reading, and writing) Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions; ability to perform duties including whole blood collection and apheresis, per policies and procedures Commitment to excellence in patient care and customer service Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision Preferred Qualifications One year experience in non-invasive Cardiology setting with experience in non-invasive modalities preferred One year experience in Coronary or Surgical ICU setting preferred Required Licenses/Certifications

Registered Nurse (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association Fire Life Safety Training (Los Angeles City) – if not on hire, must obtain within 30 days and renew by expiration date (LA City only) The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 - $95.00. When extending an offer of employment, USC considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, skills, internal equity, laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, and external market considerations.

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