Registered Nurse: Advanced Clinical Care & Advocacy

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

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide therapeutic patient care. You will apply the nursing process, coordinate care, and educate patients and families in a compassionate setting.

The role requires a BSN and CA RN licensure, plus ACLS/BLS where required. Expect collaboration on discharge planning, accurate documentation, and safe use of medical equipment in a dynamic academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• Registered Nurse in California with current license.
• Excellent communication and patient/family education skills.
• Ability to apply Nursing Process and coordinate care.
• ACLS/BLS as required for designated units.

Responsibilities

• Follows policies and procedures and accesses online manuals.
• Assesses patient on admission and with each shift change.
• Plans and documents care with expected outcomes and updates.
• Administers medications and IV therapy per orders.
• Educates patients and families about care plans.
• Collaborates with case management for discharge planning.
• Maintains accurate documentation on all care activities.
• Utilizes patient care equipment safely per guidelines.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Education

BSN

CA RN license

Tools

MICROMEDEX

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide therapeutic patient care. You will apply the nursing process, coordinate care, and educate patients and families in a compassionate setting.

The role requires a BSN and CA RN licensure, plus ACLS/BLS where required. Expect collaboration on discharge planning, accurate documentation, and safe use of medical equipment in a dynamic academic medical center.