Keck Medicine of USC·Glendale, California
The Registered Nurse implements the nursing process to provide safe, compassionate patient care and advocates for patient recovery. They also support unit leadership in quality improvement initiatives and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient service delivery.
As an integral member of the patient care team, the Registered Nurse supports the Chief Nursing Officer in leading the patient care team in providing for the safety, recovery and comfort of patients by implementing the nursing process (assessment, nursing diagnosis, developing the plan of care and the education plan; implementation of interventions, evaluation of interventions and revision of plan as needed); and provides education and advocacy. Practices in compliance with regulatory requirements including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, DNV-GL/NIAHO standards, etc.
The Registered Nurse supports department manager and director in quality improvement and growth of unit services; leadership in collaboration with co-workers and other departments; management of efficient services with meaningful and valuable outcomes.
Decision-making authority: Patient care within the scope of practice
Patient acuity based on patient classification decision-making method
RNs are expected to practice to the full extent of his/her legal scope of practice based on education, training and competency. RNs are expected to make judgments and decisions about patient care and to act on the assessments performed.
RNs are accountable for providing a healing environment for recovery and safe passage of patients through their episode of care in the hospital; for prevention of harm; for educating the patient about their condition and implementation of self-care actions; of educating about abnormal findings and when and how to report to their care-giver; for providing comfort and compassionate care
Planning: Assists charge nurse with planning delivery of patient care for the shift;
Contributes to overall unit planning and improvement
Directing: Precepting and competency validating new hires and to new procedures
Teaching nursing students
Delegating: As indicated to other RNs, LVNs, CNAs
Coordinating: Assigned team
Expectations to assigned staff (interventions; report back; etc.)
Improvement opportunities; information through chain of command; unusual events;
Other duties as assigned.
Graduation from Registered Nurse Program: BSN desired (if not upon hire, will obtain within 5 years preferred)
1 year clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred.
If applicable - experience in treating ortho and stroke patient population preferred.
BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP must be AHA certified.
All certifications must be active effective date of hire/transfer unless otherwise indicated.
As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.
The hourly rate range for this position is $47.58 to $76.68. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
USC is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive 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.
USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D [https://policy.usc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Background-Screening-Policy-Appendix-D-1.pdf] [https://policy.usc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Background-Screening-Policy-Appendix-D-1.pdf]for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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Candidates must hold a valid California Registered Nurse license and have at least one year of clinical experience in an acute care setting. A BSN is preferred, along with BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications.
Market context
California med-surg telemetry RN roles are typically in steady demand because hospitals need nurses who can manage complex patients, monitor cardiac rhythms, and work night shifts in acute care settings. This role is competitive because it requires a valid California RN license, acute care experience, and preferred BSN plus BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS credentials; on this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your certifications and highlight any telemetry, night shift, or union experience in your application.
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