Acute Care Staff RN — Patient-Centric Team Leader

University of Southern California; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California in California is seeking a clinically competent registered nurse to provide safe, therapeutic care for acutely ill patients. You will use the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within a multidisciplinary team.

The role includes directing nursing care, delegation to licensed and unlicensed staff as appropriate, and ongoing participation in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Current RN licensure in California required; ACLS/BLS as applicable.
• Basic computer skills expected for documentation and order entry.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, implement, and evaluate care for each patient.
• Nursing care may be delegated to LVN, CNA, nursing students, or logistics tech according to qualifications and regulations.
• Direct care provided by the RN to the team and monitor performance through the unit’s quality control program.
• Actively participate in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program and support patient safety and quality initiatives.
• Promote teamwork, positive attitudes, and professional relationships within the unit.

Skills

IV therapy

Medication administration

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

University of Southern California in California is seeking a clinically competent registered nurse to provide safe, therapeutic care for acutely ill patients. You will use the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within a multidisciplinary team.

The role includes directing nursing care, delegation to licensed and unlicensed staff as appropriate, and ongoing participation in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.