Staff RN - Surgery - Full Time 8 Hours Days (6:45AM - 3:15PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

University of Southern California; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital is seeking a clinically competent, registered nurse to provide safe, therapeutic care for acutely ill patients. The RN will participate in interdisciplinary teams and use nursing processes to assess and evaluate care.

The role requires CA RN licensure; ACLS/BLS as appropriate; and potential supervision of LVN/CNA staff, with emphasis on teamwork and adherence to nursing standards. Competitive hourly pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum required: Associate degree in nursing; California RN licensure.
• ACLS/BLS as appropriate; basic computer skills mentioned.
• One year acute care experience preferred; current RN in CA required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for acutely ill patients.
• Direct care by RN; may assign tasks to LVN/CNA within licensure limits.
• Participate in unit performance improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

IV Therapy

Medication Admin

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Professionalism

Nursing standards

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing (preferred)

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIESAccountable to the unit Manager and/or the Director of the department.Adherence to identified nursing standards of practice.Annually demonstrates competence in critical behaviors for assigned area.Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.IV competency in IV therapy.Must demonstrate competency in medication administration and knowledge prior to administering medications.Responsible for the planning, directing, implementation, and evaluation of each patient. The implementation of nursing care may be delegated by the RN responsible for the patient to other licensed nursing staff, or may be assigned to unlicensed staff, subject to any limitations to their licensure, certification, level of competency, and/or regulation. The RN will direct care provided by the LVN, CNA, nursing student, and/or logistics technician.Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.Demonstrates the IRAISE values in all professional and patient care interactions.Performs other duties as assigned by Manager / Director / Clinical Lead RN.EducationMinimum (Required)Associate degree in nursingPreferred (Not required)Bachelor’s degree in nursingWork ExperienceMinimum (Required)Possess basic computer skills, requiredPreferred (Not required)A registered nurse with current RN experience in the specific service or department is preferred.Current RN experience in assigned area of Nursing, preferred.One-year acute care experience, preferredLicenses and CertificationsMinimum (Required)A current RN licensure in the State of California is required.ACLS certification required when appropriate.BLS certification requiredPay TransparencyThe hourly rate range for this position is $49.86 - $76.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.POSITION SUMMARYA clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care to patients. Services provided are for acutely ill patients with medical / surgical diagnoses or maternal child health, which are the primary reasons for admission. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs nursing care for patients with complex, multisystem needs. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.Notice of Non-discriminationEmployment EquityRead USC’s Clery Act Annual Security ReportUSC is a smoke-free environmentDigital AccessibilityIf you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser:https://wd5.myworkday.com/usc/d/inst/1$9925/9925$154613.htmld