RN Clinical - 3 Fl Hem Onc BMT - Full Time 12 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Overview As an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to patients. The Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of patient care and education to the patient and family in accordance with the standards, policies, and practices in a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment. Essential Duties Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals. 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. Completes patient acuity by 0200/1400 daily. Diagnosis Interprets assessment information and formulates Nursing Diagnoses. Plan Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions. Documents expected/projected patient outcomes. Reviews, revises, and updates Plans of Care daily based on evaluation and interpretation of patient outcomes. Intervention Administers medication and IV therapy appropriately at prescribed intervals. Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy at prescribed intervals. Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency. Acts as patient advocate. Manages restraint use per policy and attempts alternative non‑restraint measures first. Ensures MD orders are completed and transcribed prior to the end of the shift. Documentation Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms: Admission Assessment, Pain scale assessment and reassessment before and after intervention, Daily flow sheet, Restraint flow sheet, Diabetes flow sheet, Educational flow sheet, Kardex Care Plan, Risk Assessment & Reassessment upon Fall, MAR equipment & supplies, Intra and Inter Facility Transfer Forms, Belonging Tracking Form, Restraint Audit Form. Ensures orders are transcribed and signed off prior to the end of the shift. Completes 12h/24h chart checks. Education Provides patient/family education as needed, room/unit orientation, plan of care. Identifies knowledge deficits related to diagnoses and care. Uses and provides MICROMEDEX information to patients and families. Transfer & Discharge Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. Ensures all transfer paperwork is completed. Ensures belongings are sent with patient. Equipment Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacturer guidelines: IV pump, feeding pump, PCA pump, epidural pump, sequential compression device, wound VAC, heating pad/pump. Communication Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family: shift‑to‑shift report, physician rounds, patient/family interactions, MDP rounds, hand‑off reports, facility E‑mail, student/new employee/contract employee. Organization Manages time effectively. Able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. Takes meal breaks without incurring overtime. Completes shift on time. Observes Regulatory Agency Requirements National Patient Safety Goals, patient identifiers, unapproved abbreviations, universal protocol, hand‑off medication reconciliation, clinical alarms, hazardous waste management, biohazard, medication sharps, HIPAA, OSHA, JCAHO readiness, critical values, write‑down, read‑back, follow‑up, telephone order, appropriate documentation, signed, timed and dated, stamped, entered into unit log. Maintains safe practice in the work environment: correct body mechanics, electrical safety, infection control procedures, hand washing. Management of the Care of Patients Medical/Surgical, Intensive Care Unit /S, Stepdown /Telemetry, Dialysis, Psychiatric, Behavioral restraints. Demonstrates the ability to manage patients with THA, TKA, spinal surgery, cystic fibrosis, abdominal organ transplants, hepatic encephalopathy, neurosurgery, thoracic‑forgut, gastric bypass, liver/kidney/pancreas transplants, heart and lung transplants, advanced therapeutic modalities. Initiates, performs, and terminates dialysis treatments according to policy and standards of care, performs pre‑treatment safety checks, machine maintenance, calls physicians for orders early in the shift. Engages patients in therapeutic interactions, maintains therapeutic milieu, assesses and monitors safety, administers psychotropic medications with consent and documentation, logs contraband, monitors locked doors, submits firearms reporting form. Quality Measures Accurately identifies patients that fit core measure criteria. Completes core measure documentation. Participates in data collection and process improvements related to nurse‑sensitive quality indicators. Professional Development Participates in professional hospital/nursing activities, relief charge nurse, nursing committees/councils, hospital teams, unit‑based projects, research. Plays other related duties as assigned. Bonus Points Preceptor (5) Professional Certification (5) More than 8 non‑mandatory CEH (3) USCUH Nurse Week Recognition (5) Monthly Hospital or Unit Spirit Award Winner (1) Public nursing recognition (3) Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) – Grandfathered from BSN if hired prior to 12/2019. At least 1 year of acute inpatient hospital experience in the United States. Excellent communication skills; able to speak, read and write English proficiently. 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. Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service. Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision. Preferred Qualifications ONS Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Oncology units required within six months of hire. Oncology Certified Nurse – OCN (ONCC). Specialty Certification. Licenses / Certifications Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing). Basic Life Support (BLS) – Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association. Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – if no card upon hire, must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association. ONS Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Oncology units required within six months of hire. Salary The hourly rate range for this position is $44.00 – $95.00. EEO Statement 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. Required Notice 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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