RN Clinical Cardiac - Surgery Non-Exempt; Union

RN Clinical Cardiac - Surgery - Full Time 10 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

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.

• Follows policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals.
• Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application in applying the Nursing Process.
• ASSES SMENT:
  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/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. Attempts alternative non-restraint measures first. Ensures MD order and MD assessment per policy. Ensures patient monitoring per policy. Ensures Restraint Audit Form is completed each shift.
• DOCUMENTATION:
  Documentation is complete and correct on all flow sheets and chart forms. Completes required assessments and documentation including Admissions, Pain scale, Daily flow sheets, MAR, Care Plans, and more. 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. Includes room/unit orientation and Plan of Care; identifies knowledge deficits related to diagnoses; uses MICROMEDEX information as needed.
• TRANSFER & DISCHARGE:
  Collaborates with Case Manager and/or physician regarding discharge planning. Ensures all transfer paperwork is completed and belongings are sent with patient.
• EQUIPMENT:
  Utilizes patient care equipment safely and appropriately according to manufacturer guidelines (IV pumps, Feeding pumps, PCA pumps, Epidural pumps, sequential compression devices, Wound Vac, heating devices).
• COMMUNICATION:
  Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team, patients, and families; includes shift reports, rounds, hand-off reports, and appropriate electronic communications.
• ORGANIZATION:
  Manages time effectively, prioritizes responsibilities, and maintains adherence to schedule and breaks.
• REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:
  Applies National Patient Safety Goals and HIPAA/OSHA requirements; ensures safe practices and proper documentation.
• CARE MANAGEMENT ACROSS SETTINGS:
  Demonstrates ability to manage patients in Medical-Surgical, ICU/Step-down, and Dialysis settings as applicable per unit standards.
• QUALITY MEASURES:
  Identifies Core Measure criteria and participates in data collection and process improvements related to Nurse Sensitive Quality Indicators.
• PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
  Participates in professional activities, committees, unit-based projects, and continuing education.

• Req Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Req 1 year acute inpatient hospital experience as RN.
• Req Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, read, and written).
• Req Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions; ability to follow policies and perform duties, including whole blood collection and apheresis procedures as appropriate.

• Pref ICU and/or Telemetry experience.
• Pref Certified Perioperative Registered Nurse - CNOR (AORN).

• Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
• Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) or obtain within 30 days of hire (required within LA City only)
• Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

The hourly rate range for this position is $47.31 - $100.00. When extending an offer of employment, USC considers factors such as the scope of the position, candidate experience, education, and other factors as required by policy.