University of Southern California
RN Clinical - 7 W ICU - Per Diem 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
University of Southern California, Glendale, California, us, 91222
Overview
RN Clinical - 7 W ICU - Per Diem 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union). Keck Medicine of USC, Hospital, Los Angeles, California. Responsibilities
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. Assures 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, Belongings 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 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 (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, hand-off, medication reconciliation, clinical alarms, hazardous waste management, biohazard, sharps, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO continuous survey readiness, critical values write-down/read back, follow-up, documentation standards, safety practices, body mechanics, electrical safety, infection control. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Demonstrates ability to manage patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, isolation precautions for CF, transplant care, and hepatic encephalopathy. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE ICU/STEPPED-UP UNITS: Demonstrates ability to manage complex critically ill patients and advanced therapeutic modalities (hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, ventriculostomy, intracranial pressure monitoring, VADs, balloon pumps). MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEP-DOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: Demonstrates high-acuity management, including post-transplant and high-risk surgeries, ventilator care, arterial/CVP lines, VADs, lumbar drains. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT: Initiates, performs, and terminates dialysis per policy; completes documentation; communicates with physicians for orders. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Engages in therapeutic interactions, maintains therapeutic milieu, monitors safety, participates in treatment planning, and complies with reporting requirements. BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: Uses de-escalation techniques; applies restraints when appropriate; monitors safety and follows physician orders; conducts debriefing as needed. QUALITY MEASURES: Identifies patients meeting Core Measure criteria, documents accordingly, and participates in data collection and process improvements. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in professional activities, committees, hospital teams, unit-based projects, and research activities. BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE hours, recognitions, and related honors. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
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 in the United States as a licensed RN Req Excellent communication skills in English (speaking, reading, writing). Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to perform duties, including whole 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 and supervision. Licenses, Certifications & Preferred Qualifications
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) or obtain within 30 days if not present at hire Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association Pref Specialty Certification The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 - $95.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, work experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and applicable laws and policies. REQ20168600 | Posted Date: 10/27/2025
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RN Clinical - 7 W ICU - Per Diem 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union). Keck Medicine of USC, Hospital, Los Angeles, California. Responsibilities
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. Assures 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, Belongings 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 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 (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, hand-off, medication reconciliation, clinical alarms, hazardous waste management, biohazard, sharps, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO continuous survey readiness, critical values write-down/read back, follow-up, documentation standards, safety practices, body mechanics, electrical safety, infection control. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL-SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Demonstrates ability to manage patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, isolation precautions for CF, transplant care, and hepatic encephalopathy. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE ICU/STEPPED-UP UNITS: Demonstrates ability to manage complex critically ill patients and advanced therapeutic modalities (hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, ventriculostomy, intracranial pressure monitoring, VADs, balloon pumps). MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEP-DOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: Demonstrates high-acuity management, including post-transplant and high-risk surgeries, ventilator care, arterial/CVP lines, VADs, lumbar drains. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT: Initiates, performs, and terminates dialysis per policy; completes documentation; communicates with physicians for orders. MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Engages in therapeutic interactions, maintains therapeutic milieu, monitors safety, participates in treatment planning, and complies with reporting requirements. BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: Uses de-escalation techniques; applies restraints when appropriate; monitors safety and follows physician orders; conducts debriefing as needed. QUALITY MEASURES: Identifies patients meeting Core Measure criteria, documents accordingly, and participates in data collection and process improvements. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in professional activities, committees, hospital teams, unit-based projects, and research activities. BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE hours, recognitions, and related honors. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications
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 in the United States as a licensed RN Req Excellent communication skills in English (speaking, reading, writing). Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to perform duties, including whole 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 and supervision. Licenses, Certifications & Preferred Qualifications
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) or obtain within 30 days if not present at hire Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association Pref Specialty Certification The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 - $95.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, work experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and applicable laws and policies. REQ20168600 | Posted Date: 10/27/2025
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