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Keck Medicine of USC

RN Clinical - Pavilion Multispecialty Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt

Keck Medicine of USC, Pasadena, California, United States, 91122

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RN Clinical - Pavilion Multispecialty Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients.

Responsibilities

Follows policies and procedures: demonstrates ability to access online manuals and references.

Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process.

ASSESSMENT

Appropriately completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient encounter via telephone or in clinic.

DIAGNOSIS

Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis.

PLAN

Maintains problem list, medication list and allergies list when indicated.

INTERVENTION

Administers medications as ordered and completes re‑assessments as indicated. Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy. Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency. Acts as patient advocate.

DOCUMENTATION

Documentation is complete and correct on all encounters.

EDUCATION

Provides patient and family education as needed based on diagnosis or treatment plan.

EQUIPMENT

Maintains B/P machine. Correctly identifies and notifies appropriate department about defective equipment.

COMMUNICATION

Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including the patient and family by: appropriate patient/family interactions, effectively triages phone calls utilizing the e‑mail system SBAR.

ORGANIZATION

Manages time effectively. Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime.

OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

National Patient Safety Goals; use of two patient identifiers; no unapproved abbreviations; procedural time out; appropriate communication between providers; medication reconciliation; hazardous waste management; biohazard; medication sharps; HIPAA; OSHA requirements (no food or drink in clinical areas); JCAHO continuous survey readiness; critical values documented; order verification; and maintaining a safe work environment.

QUALITY MEASURES

Identifies and participates in data collection and process improvements.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities, relief charge nurse, nursing committees/councils, journal club, educational workshops, and assists in development or updating of patient education materials.

Accepts and completes additional duties as assigned.

Bonus Points: Professional certification.

Assesses a patient’s knowledge base/understanding of their diagnostic procedure.

Plans, with the patient, the course of their testing/treatment in coordination with physician.

Assists with the performance of cardiac diagnostic procedures in the Non‑Invasive Cardiology Lab.

Educates patient/patient’s family about procedure and treatment according to each patient’s individual needs and documents results.

Documents accurately, on chart, procedures performed and patient’s tolerance.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN). Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019.

2 years experience as RN.

Excellent communication skills, including ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.

Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to perform duties including whole blood collection and apheresis procedures in accordance with administrative and clinical policies.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years’ experience in an ambulatory care setting. Experience with a multi‑specialty clinic preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

Fire Life Safety Training (LA City). If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).

Compensation The hourly rate range for this position is $53.00 - $87.45.

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