RN Clinical - 7 E ICU - Full Time 12 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

75d • $44 - $95

About The Position

As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of patient care and education to the patient and family in accordance with the standards, policies, and practices in a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment. Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals. Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the Nursing Process.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• 1 year Acute inpatient hospital experience as RN in the United States required.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions.
• Ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures.
• Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.

Nice To Haves

• ICU and Telemetry experience preferred.
• ICU experience preferred.
• Specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes Nursing Assessment upon patient admission, at each shift and with change of condition.
• Completes patient acuity by 0200/1400 daily.
• Interprets assessment information and formulates Nursing Diagnoses.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ensures complete MD order per policy.
• Ensures MD assessment per policy.
• Assures patient monitoring per policy.
• Ensures Restraint Audit Form is completed each shift.
• Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms.
• Provides patient/family education as needed.
• Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning.
• Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacture guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family.
• Manages time effectively.
• Maintains safe practice in the work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate range of $44.00 - $95.00.
• Excellent benefits and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees