RN Clinical (Specialized Workforce and Transport) - Nursing Admin - Part Time 12 Hour Days (Non[...]

RN Clinical (Specialized Workforce and Transport) - Nursing Admin - Part Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Keck Medicine of USC
Hospital
Los Angeles, California

The RN - Clinical (Specialized Workforce and Transport "SWAT") position is responsible for providing continuity of patient care by making assistance available where the need arises in the hospital. The S.W.A.T. RN will primarily respond to emergency codes and rapid response calls along with assisting with the transport of critically ill patients. This role involves carrying a mobile phone and rounding on nursing units, supporting non-ICU patients at risk for rapid response or codes, providing specific duties such as IV starts, helping with admissions and discharges, assisting the nurses with multiple tasks as needed and assisting in bedside procedural sedation. This role involves a high level of collaboration with the Clinical Administrative Supervisor and Lead RNs to determine units in need of assistance. This role will require occasionally working a shift in critical care to maintain competencies. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and be able to communicate clearly and effectively to providers, nurses, and leaders without hesitation.

Essential Duties:

• Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals.
• Respond to emergency codes and rapid response calls along with assisting with the transport of critically ill patients. Answer mobile phone in timely manner and appropriately triage calls. Round in nursing units, provide guidance for care of the non-ICU patients at risk for rapid response or codes.
• Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the Nursing Process.
• ASSESSMENT - Appropriately completes Nursing Assessment upon patient admission, at each shift and with change of condition.
• DIAGNOSIS - Interprets assessment information and formulates Nursing Diagnoses.
• PLAN - Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions.
• INTERVENTION - Administers medication and IV therapy appropriately at prescribed intervals.
• DOCUMENTATION - Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms.
• EDUCATION - Provides patient/family education as needed.
• TRANSFER & DISCHARGE - Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning.
• EQUIPMENT - Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacture guidelines.
• COMMUNICATION - Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family.
• ORGANIZATION - Manages time effectively.
• OBSERVES REGULATORY AGENCY REQUIREMENTS.
• MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF MEDICAL SURGICAL PATIENTS.
• MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT/S.
• MANAGEMENT OF THE CARE OF PATIENTS IN THE STEPDOWN/TELEMETRY UNITS.
• BEHAVIORAL RESTRAINTS - Demonstrates de-escalation techniques.
• QUALITY MEASURES - Accurately identifies patient that fit Core Measure criteria.
• PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Nursing Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• 3-5 years Experience as an RN in critical care and/or emergency department within the last five (5) years.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions.
• Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specialty Certification Critical Care Registered Nurse or Certified Emergency Nurse
• NIHSS NIHSS Certification

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City)

The hourly rate range for this position is $41.00 - $88.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers various factors.

REQ20146288 Posted Date: 03/06/2024