Acute Care RN: Innovative Patient Care & Education

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC seeks a Registered Nurse to join our interdisciplinary team. The RN uses the nursing process to deliver therapeutic care and coordinates patient care and education for patients and families in a compassionate, safe environment.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, medication administration, developing care plans, and discharge planning while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient advocacy. This role emphasizes teamwork and high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• 1 year acute inpatient hospital experience in the United States as an RN is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and clinical policies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients upon admission and during shifts; document plans of care.
• Administer medications and IV therapies per policy; monitor patient responses.
• Develop and revise plans of care with individualized interventions.
• Collaborate with the care team and case manager for discharge planning.
• Provide patient and family education; ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient advocacy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Time management

Education

BSN in Nursing

Tools

ACLS

BLS CPR

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC seeks a Registered Nurse to join our interdisciplinary team. The RN uses the nursing process to deliver therapeutic care and coordinates patient care and education for patients and families in a compassionate, safe environment.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, medication administration, developing care plans, and discharge planning while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient advocacy. This role emphasizes teamwork and high-quality patient outcomes.