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
RN Clinical - Pavilion Multispecialty Clinic - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
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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.
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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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.
Apply Current employees apply here
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