University of Southern California
RN Clinical - 4 FL ICU - Full Time 12 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)
University of Southern California, Glendale, California, us, 91222
Overview
RN Clinical - 4 FL ICU - Full Time 12 Hour Nights (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. 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, 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 (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, universal protocol, hand-off, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO readiness, and other safety and quality practices.
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Manages patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, and related isolation and care needs.
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE ICU/STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: Manages complex critically ill patients and advanced therapeutic modalities (hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, Ventriculostomy, ICP monitoring, VADs, etc.).
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT: Initiates, performs and terminates dialysis per policy; completes documentation; coordinates with physicians for orders.
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Engages patients; maintains therapeutic milieu; ensures safety; administers psychotropic medications with proper consent and documentation.
BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: Uses de-escalation techniques; applies restraints when appropriate; monitors patient safety and follows physician assessment timelines and reporting requirements.
QUALITY MEASURES: Identifies and documents core measures and participates in data collection and improvements related to Nurse Sensitive Quality Indicators.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in professional activities and committees; engages in unit projects and continuing education.
BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE credits, recognition programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
BSN (Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019)
1 year acute inpatient hospital experience in the United States
Excellent communication skills in English (speak/read/write)
Knowledge of medical procedures including whole blood collection and apheresis, per policies
Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Preferred Qualifications:
Specialty Certification
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
Oncology: ONS Chemotherapy & Biotherapy unit within six months of hire; Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – must obtain if not on hire within 30 days and maintained
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 the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and applicable laws and regulations.
REQ20168574 | Posted Date: 10/28/2025
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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. 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, 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 (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, universal protocol, hand-off, HIPAA, OSHA requirements, JCAHO readiness, and other safety and quality practices.
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL SURGICAL PATIENTS (6N): Manages patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, and related isolation and care needs.
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE ICU/STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS: Manages complex critically ill patients and advanced therapeutic modalities (hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT, Ventriculostomy, ICP monitoring, VADs, etc.).
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS UNDERGOING DIALYSIS TREATMENT: Initiates, performs and terminates dialysis per policy; completes documentation; coordinates with physicians for orders.
MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF THE PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT: Engages patients; maintains therapeutic milieu; ensures safety; administers psychotropic medications with proper consent and documentation.
BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS: Uses de-escalation techniques; applies restraints when appropriate; monitors patient safety and follows physician assessment timelines and reporting requirements.
QUALITY MEASURES: Identifies and documents core measures and participates in data collection and improvements related to Nurse Sensitive Quality Indicators.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Participates in professional activities and committees; engages in unit projects and continuing education.
BONUS POINTS: Preceptor, professional certification, CE credits, recognition programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
BSN (Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019)
1 year acute inpatient hospital experience in the United States
Excellent communication skills in English (speak/read/write)
Knowledge of medical procedures including whole blood collection and apheresis, per policies
Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Preferred Qualifications:
Specialty Certification
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider – American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
Oncology: ONS Chemotherapy & Biotherapy unit within six months of hire; Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – must obtain if not on hire within 30 days and maintained
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 the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, and applicable laws and regulations.
REQ20168574 | Posted Date: 10/28/2025
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