Job DescriptionKeck Medicine of USC is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology for a nursing job in West Los Angeles, California.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: CardiologyDiscipline: RNStart Date: ASAPDuration: Ongoing36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, daysEmployment Type: StaffAs an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients.
As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list/history, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, administers and refills medication as directed by physician. Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, triaging patient calls, and obtaining prior authorizations. Ensures patient's right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Other duties as assignedEssential Duties:Follows policies and procedures: demonstrates ability to access online manuals and references.Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the nursing process.ASSESSMENT Appropriately completes nursing assessment and screening upon patient encounter via telephone or in clinic.DIAGNOSIS Interprets assessment information and formulates nursing diagnosis.PLAN Maintains problem list, medication list and allergies list when indicated.INTERVENTION Administers medications as ordered and completes re-assessments as indicated. Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy. Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency. Acts as patient advocate.DOCUMENTATION Documentation is complete and correct on all encounters.EDUCATION Provides patient and family education as needed based on diagnosis or treatment plan.EQUIPMENT Maintain B/P machine. Correctly identifies and notifies appropriate department about defective equipment.COMMUNICATION Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including the patient and family by: Appropriate patient/family interactions Effectively triages phone calls Utilizing e-mail system SBARORGANIZATION Manages time effectively. Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime.OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: National Patient Safety Goals Uses two patient identifiers Does not use unapproved abbreviations Uses procedural time out Uses appropriate communication between providers Completes medication reconciliation Maintains audible alarms Hazardous waste management Biohazard Medication Sharps HIPPA OSHA requirements (ie. No food or drink in clinical areas) JCAHO (continuous survey readiness Critical values are written, read back and shared with appropriate provider Dictated orders are written down, read back for validation, signed, timed and dated Maintains a safe work environment for self and others QUALITY MEASURES Identifies and participates in data collection and process improvementsPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities Relief charge nurse Nursing committees/councils Journal club Educational workshops Assist in the development or updating of patient education materialsAccepts and completes additional duties as assignedBonus Points Professional certification Other:Assesses a patient’s knowledge base/understanding of their diagnostic procedure.Plans, with the patient, the course of their testing/treatment in coordination with physician.Assists with the performance of cardiac diagnostic procedures in the Non-Invasive Cardiology Lab.Educates patient/patient’s family about procedure and treatment according to each patient’s individual needs and documents results.Documents accurately, on chart, procedures performed and patient’s tolerance.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Degree in Nursing (BSN) *Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019Req 2 years Experience as RN.Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties, including whole blood collection, and apheresis procedures, in accordance with administrative and clinical policies, regulations and procedures.Preferred Qualifications:Pref 1 year One year experience in a non-invasive Cardiology setting immediately prior to application, with experience in all non-invasive modalities preferred.Pref 1 year One year experience in Coronary or Surgical Intensive Care setting immediately prior to application preferredRequired Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationThe hourly rate range for this position is $53.00 - $87.45. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California 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. USC is a smoke-free environmentUSC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 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 , or by email at . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security ReportAffirmative Action and Equal Opportunity PlanPay Transparency Non-DiscriminationUSC is an E-Verify EmployerDigital Accessibility If you are a current USC employee, please apply to this USC job posting in Workday by copying and pasting this link into your browser:USC Keck Job ID #REQ20159170. Posted job title: RN - PMOB Cardiovascular Institute - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union) Target Start Date 05/12/2025About Keck Medicine of USCKeck Medicine of USC combines academic excellence, world-class research and state-of-the-art facilities to provide highly specialized care for some of the most acute patients in the country. We provide care at Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Cancer Hospital, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital and 100+ clinics in Los Angeles and surrounding counties.
