What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff RN-NICU - Full Time 12Hours Nights *Up to $5000 Sign On Bonus position at University of Southern California?
POSITION SUMMARY
A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care to patients. Services provided are for acutely ill patients with medical / surgical diagnoses or maternal child health, which are the primary reasons for admission. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs nursing care for patients with complex, multisystem needs. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accountable to the unit Manager and/or the Director of the department.
- Adherence to identified nursing standards of practice.
- Annually demonstrates competence in critical behaviors for assigned area.
- Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
- IV competency in IV therapy.
- Must demonstrate competency in medication administration and knowledge prior to administering medications.
- Responsible for the planning, directing, implementation, and evaluation of each patient. The implementation of nursing care may be delegated by the RN responsible for the patient to other licensed nursing staff, or may be assigned to unlicensed staff, subject to any limitations to their licensure, certification, level of competency, and/or regulation. The RN will direct care provided by the LVN, CNA, nursing student, and/or logistics technician.
- Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
- Demonstrates the IRAISE values in all professional and patient care interactions.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Manager / Director / Clinical Lead RN.
JOB REQUIREMENTS EducationMinimum (Required)Associate degree in nursing Preferred (Not required)Bachelor's degree in nursing Work Experience Minimum (Required)Possess basic computer skills, required Preferred (Not required)*A registered nurse with current RN experience in the specific service or department is preferred. *Current RN experience in assigned area of Nursing, preferred. *One-year acute care experience, preferred Licenses and CertificationsMinimum (Required)*A current RN licensure in the State of California is required. *ACLS certification required when appropriate. *BLS certification required
REQ202501080 Posted Date: 01/16/2025 Apply
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