Registered Nurse - Critical Care & Telemetry

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care in a fast-paced acute care setting in Glendale, CA. The role emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based nursing through the entire patient care cycle, from assessment to discharge, in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Candidates must hold a BSN, CA RN license, BLS, and ACLS, with at least 1 year of inpatient experience; strong communication and patient-education skills

Qualifications

• BSN required and CA RN licensure.
• Minimum 1 year acute inpatient RN experience.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and policy compliance.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care and customer service.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• BLS certification required; ACLS for specified departments.
• Fire Life Safety Training per city requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing assessments at admission, shift changes, and changes in condition.
• Develops and documents individualized care plans.
• Administers medications and IV therapy per policy.
• Documents accurately on all care-related records.
• Provides patient and family education.
• Collaborates with case management for discharge planning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Independent work capability

English proficiency

Patient education

Education

BSN degree

RN license (CA)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Fire Life Safety Training

Tools

Micromedex

Job description

The University of Southern California's Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care in a fast-paced acute care setting in Glendale, CA. The role emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based nursing through the entire patient care cycle, from assessment to discharge, in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Candidates must hold a BSN, CA RN license, BLS, and ACLS, with at least 1 year of inpatient experience; strong communication and patient-education skills