RN Clinical - Pre/Post Operation (HC3) - Per Diem 12 Hour Varied Shifts Call Required (Non-Exempt) (Union)
About The Position
As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse uses the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients and is accountable for coordinating patient care and education for patients and families in a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment. The nurse demonstrates professionalism through communication, education, and teamwork, and works under the supervision of the RN Clinical Coordinator and/or Clinical Director of Perioperative Services. The PACU Registered Nurse manages complex patient populations using methodical, evidence-based scientific practice standards. The nurse supports patients’ physiological and behavioral functions and provides psychological and sociological support to patients and families during recovery, with priority given to improving or maintaining the patient’s pre-surgical state. The role includes direct and indirect care planning, carrying out nursing interventions, patient and family education, delegation within scope and capability, evaluating care effectiveness, and advocating for patients. The nurse collaborates with surgeons, coworkers, and ancillary staff; participates in professional practice development and quality improvement; maintains awareness of policies and emerging trends and technology; provides age-specific care; and supports staff orientation, training, and continuing education. The position requires compliance with hospital policies, Title 22, and JCAHO requirements, and competence using Cerner Millennium to place physician orders. Other related duties may be assigned. This is a per-diem, non-exempt, union position with varied 12-hour shifts and required call. The hourly rate range is $45.76–$98.80. Keck Hospital of USC is a 343-bed acute care hospital providing specialized care for complex medical and surgical conditions, with clinical trials through the hospital and affiliated research institutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN); grandfathered BSN status applies to employees hired before December 2019.
- One year of prior PACU experience or one year in a high-acuity intensive care setting immediately before application.
- Excellent communication skills, including proficient English speaking, reading, and writing.
- Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and the ability to understand, follow, and perform duties in accordance with administrative and clinical policies, regulations, and procedures, including whole blood collection and apheresis procedures.
- Commitment to excellence in patient care and customer service.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.
- Registered Nurse license from the California Board of Registered Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
- Fire Life Safety Training (LA City); if not held upon hire, it must be obtained within 30 days of hire and kept current through renewal before expiration (required within LA City only).
Nice To Haves
- Critical Care Nursing Certificate (CCRN) from AACN; CCRN or CPAN preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate patient care and provide patient and family education in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and practices.
- Use evidence-based nursing practice and the nursing process to manage complex PACU patients during recovery, supporting physiological and behavioral functions and providing psychological and sociological support.
- Formulate care plans for direct and indirect care, perform nursing skills and interventions, evaluate care effectiveness, and modify plans as appropriate.
- Explain treatments and teach patients and families.
- Delegate tasks based on scope of practice, preparation, and capability.
- Advocate for patients by initiating actions to advance the plan of care.
- Collaborate with surgeons, coworkers, and ancillary staff while providing direct PACU care.
- Provide age-specific care and apply the six core nursing-process steps, including patient teaching.
- Participate in professional practice development, nursing committees, research, policy development and review, and unit-based improvement projects.
- Support department and hospital performance improvement and quality control activities.
- Assist with staff orientation, training, and continuing education.
- Maintain awareness of current policies and new trends and technology; comply with hospital policies, Title 22, and JCAHO requirements.
- Use Cerner Millennium to place physician orders.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
