Neuroscience ICU RN - High-Acuity Critical Care

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

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver therapeutic care using the nursing process in a compassionate, educational environment. You will coordinate patient care across units and collaborate with the care team to support families and patients.

The role requires a BSN, CA RN license, and BLS/ACLS certifications, with opportunities across ICU, step-down, and telemetry depending on unit needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient, diagnose, plan and document care.
• Administer medications and IV therapies per policy.
• Provide patient and family education and support.
• Coordinate discharge planning with case management.
• Maintain safety, regulatory compliance and chart accuracy.
• Nurse across units: medical‑surgical, ICU, telemetry as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver therapeutic care using the nursing process in a compassionate, educational environment. You will coordinate patient care across units and collaborate with the care team to support families and patients.

The role requires a BSN, CA RN license, and BLS/ACLS certifications, with opportunities across ICU, step-down, and telemetry depending on unit needs.