RN Clinical: Acute Care & Care Coordination

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

Job summary

Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale, CA, is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate and deliver therapeutic patient care using the nursing process. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, and patient education within a compassionate, safe environment.

The position requires a BSN and a California RN license, with at least 1 year of acute inpatient nursing experience in the United States. Strong English communication and adherence to policies are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN required; grandfathered BSN if hired before 12/2019.
• 1 year acute inpatient hospital RN experience in the United States.
• Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).
• Knowledge of medical procedures and blood collection, including apheresis, per hospital policy.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients upon admission, each shift and with change of condition; document assessment and acuity.
• Utilize nursing process to diagnose, plan and implement patient care; revise plans daily.
• Administer medications and IV therapy; delegate tasks per scope of practice and policy.
• Provide patient and family education and discharge planning collaboration with case management.
• Document thoroughly on flow sheets, MAR and care plans; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain infection control, safety, and device operation per policy; ensure safety audits.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team; participate in rounds and hand-offs.
• Manage care for medical-surgical and high-acuity patients including ICU/telemetry as required.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Nursing assessment

Patient advocacy

Education

BSN degree

RN license (CA BRN)

Job description

Keck Hospital of USC in Glendale, CA, is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate and deliver therapeutic patient care using the nursing process. The role emphasizes assessment, planning, and patient education within a compassionate, safe environment.

The position requires a BSN and a California RN license, with at least 1 year of acute inpatient nursing experience in the United States. Strong English communication and adherence to policies are essential.