RN Clinical: Acute Care & Patient Advocate

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

Job summary

University of Southern California (Keck Hospital of USC) seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care within a busy academic medical center. The role emphasizes nursing process, patient education, and coordination with the care team.

Applicants must have a BSN and California RN licensure, with strong clinical and communication skills. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, administer medications, document meticulously, and support discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in California.
• Strong knowledge of clinical practices and patient care standards.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments upon admission and during shifts.
• Develop and update Plans of Care with interventions and expected outcomes.
• Administer medications and IV therapies per policy.
• Document accurately on all flow sheets and care plans.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and discharge.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and coordinate care.

Skills

RN (Registered Nurse)

Nursing Process

Patient Education

Communication

Education

BSN

Job description

University of Southern California (Keck Hospital of USC) seeks a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care within a busy academic medical center. The role emphasizes nursing process, patient education, and coordination with the care team.

Applicants must have a BSN and California RN licensure, with strong clinical and communication skills. The RN will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, administer medications, document meticulously, and support discharge planning.