University of Southern California
RN Clinical - AC Surgery Clinic - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
RN Clinical - AC Surgery Clinic - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
Apply at Keck Medicine of USC, Hospital, Los Angeles, California.As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. Coordination of the Bariatric Surgery Program includes data collection, chart review, analysis and trending, education of staff, and serving as a resource for all departments. May be required to provide direct patient care within the scope of RN licensure. Incumbent is responsible for managing day-to-day clinical operations and the Bariatric Surgery Program.Essential Duties:Follows policies and procedures and demonstrates ability to access online manuals and references.Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process.Completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient encounter via telephone or in clinic.Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis.Maintains problem list, medication list, and allergies list when indicated.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 is complete and correct on all encounters.Provides patient and family education as needed based on diagnosis or treatment plan.Maintains B/P machine and notifies appropriate department about defective equipment.Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including the patient and family.Manages time effectively and organizes responsibilities.Observes regulatory agency requirements including National Patient Safety Goals and maintains a safe work environment.Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities.Accepts and completes additional duties as assigned.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.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.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) *Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019.6 - 12 months experience in acute care setting.Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures.Preferred Qualifications:1 year experience in the care and coordination of care for neurosurgery patients.Administrative experience at the Program Manager level preferred.Experience with JCAHO accreditation and DHS regulations strongly preferred.Case Management principles and operations experience strongly preferred.Required Licenses/Certifications:Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing).Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) must be obtained within 30 days of hire if no card upon hire.The hourly rate range for this position is $53.00 - $87.45. 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 external market considerations.REQ20154393
Posted Date: 09/08/2024
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Apply at Keck Medicine of USC, Hospital, Los Angeles, California.As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. Coordination of the Bariatric Surgery Program includes data collection, chart review, analysis and trending, education of staff, and serving as a resource for all departments. May be required to provide direct patient care within the scope of RN licensure. Incumbent is responsible for managing day-to-day clinical operations and the Bariatric Surgery Program.Essential Duties:Follows policies and procedures and demonstrates ability to access online manuals and references.Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process.Completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient encounter via telephone or in clinic.Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis.Maintains problem list, medication list, and allergies list when indicated.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 is complete and correct on all encounters.Provides patient and family education as needed based on diagnosis or treatment plan.Maintains B/P machine and notifies appropriate department about defective equipment.Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including the patient and family.Manages time effectively and organizes responsibilities.Observes regulatory agency requirements including National Patient Safety Goals and maintains a safe work environment.Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities.Accepts and completes additional duties as assigned.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.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.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) *Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019.6 - 12 months experience in acute care setting.Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures.Preferred Qualifications:1 year experience in the care and coordination of care for neurosurgery patients.Administrative experience at the Program Manager level preferred.Experience with JCAHO accreditation and DHS regulations strongly preferred.Case Management principles and operations experience strongly preferred.Required Licenses/Certifications:Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing).Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) must be obtained within 30 days of hire if no card upon hire.The hourly rate range for this position is $53.00 - $87.45. 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 external market considerations.REQ20154393
Posted Date: 09/08/2024
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