Acute Care RN: Patient Advocate & Care Coordinator

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale, CA seeks a Registered Nurse to join an interdisciplinary team. The RN uses the nursing process to provide therapeutic care, coordinates patient care and education for patients and families in a compassionate environment.

The role requires BSN, California RN license, BLS, ACLS for designated units, and the ability to work independently with strong communication.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, including speaking and writing English proficiently.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and nursing care standards.
• Commitment to patient education and safety.

Responsibilities

• Follows policies and uses Nursing Process in patient care.
• Assesses and documents patient condition and plans care.
• Administers medications and IV therapy per prescribed orders.
• Develops and revises individualized plans of care with clear outcomes.
• Provides patient and family education and discharge planning.
• Maintains complete and accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent work

Nursing process knowledge

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale, CA seeks a Registered Nurse to join an interdisciplinary team. The RN uses the nursing process to provide therapeutic care, coordinates patient care and education for patients and families in a compassionate environment.

The role requires BSN, California RN license, BLS, ACLS for designated units, and the ability to work independently with strong communication.