Job Description

As an integral member of the patient care team, the Registered Nurse supports the Chief Nursing Officer in leading the patient care team in providing for the safety, recovery and comfort of patients by implementing the nursing process (assessment, nursing diagnosis, developing the plan of care and the education plan; implementation of interventions, evaluation of interventions and revision of plan as needed); and provides education and advocacy.  

Practices in compliance with regulatory requirements including CMS Conditions of Participation, Title 22, CDPH regulations, DNV-GL/NIAHO standards, etc.The Registered Nurse supports department manager and director in quality improvement and growth of unit services; leadership in collaboration with co-workers and other departments; management of efficient services with meaningful and valuable outcomes.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:  

• Graduation from Registered Nurse Program
• BSN desired (if not upon hire, will obtain within 5 years preferred)

Minimum Experience/Knowledge:  

• 1 year clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred. 
• 1 year Nursing experience in an acute care setting such as the ICU, stepdown, or ER.
• ICU/ 5S and 4th Telemetry: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (within 30 days of hire) All certifications must be active effective date of hire/transfer unless otherwise indicated. 

About the Hospital

At Keck Medicine of USC, diversity means recognizing the richness of our differences and celebrating them together.

Our nurses enjoy a wide array of competitive benefits, including free tuition at USC for both employees and their families.

We provide exceptional healthcare, retirement benefits and quality of life programs designed to help you make the most of your experience at Keck Medicine of USC; and discounts on a wide variety of services, including public transportation passes, campus fitness center memberships and event tickets.