Staff RN - Critical Care Unit - Full Time 12 Hours Nights (7:00PM to 7:30AM) (Union, Non-Exempt) * Up to $5000 Sign On Bonus*

Keck Medicine of USC

75d • $49 - $76

About The Position

A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care to patients. Services provided are for acutely ill patients with medical/surgical diagnoses or maternal child health, which are the primary reasons for admission. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs nursing care for patients with complex, multisystem needs. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing (minimum required).
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred).
• Possess basic computer skills (minimum required).
• A registered nurse with current RN experience in the specific service or department (preferred).
• Current RN experience in assigned area of Nursing (preferred).
• One-year acute care experience (preferred).
• A current RN licensure in the State of California (minimum required).
• ACLS certification required when appropriate.
• BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

• A registered nurse with current RN experience in the specific service or department.
• Current RN experience in assigned area of Nursing.
• One-year acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Accountable to the unit Manager and/or the Director of the department.
• Adherence to identified nursing standards of practice.
• Annually demonstrates competence in critical behaviors for assigned area.
• Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers.
• IV competency in IV therapy.
• Demonstrate competency in medication administration and knowledge prior to administering medications.
• Responsible for the planning, directing, implementation, and evaluation of each patient.
• Direct care provided by the LVN, CNA, nursing student, and/or logistics technician.
• Participate in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program.
• Demonstrates the IRAISE values in all professional and patient care interactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager / Director / Clinical Lead RN.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate range of $49.86 - $76.69.
• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.
• Affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
• Reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees