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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.Minimum Education:
Associate’s Degree Nursing Graduate of nursing program

Minimum Experience:
1 year Acute care experience
Current RN experience in assigned area of Nursing
A registered nurse with current RN experience in the specific service or department.

Minimum Skills:
Possess basic computer skills, required

Required Certifications:
Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s Degree Nursing BSN

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $48.41 – $76.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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.

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.Minimum Education:
Associate’s Degree Nursing Graduate of nursing program

Minimum Experience:
1 year Acute care experience
Current RN experience in assigned area of Nursing
A registered nurse with current RN experience in the specific service or department.

Minimum Skills:
Possess basic computer skills, required

Required Certifications:
Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s Degree Nursing BSN

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $48.41 – $76.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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.

The Patient Navigator (MA) is a Medical Assistant who will actively assist patients in completing and submitting their disability forms, refill requests, and prior authorizations. This role will also include working collaboratively with the coordinators, surgery schedulers, nursing staff, providers, management and all members of the health care team. Assists multidisciplinary team in managing the care of the patient thru all phases by acting as a liaison between the clinic and referring physicians; assists in managing follow-up care for post-surgical patients by setting up follow up care appointments; and/or coordinating an organized and efficient case flow of clinic scheduling. Assists the office with clerical duties and other duties as assigned.Essential Duties:Clerical (30%) Has thorough understanding and expertise in the use of computer systems, e.g. Cerner. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in entering information into computer systems. Processes new referrals in a timely manner; this includes obtaining required outside medical records, entering demographic information into computer system, providing and booking appointment in Cerner providing medical records to physician / multidisciplinary team for review, verifying insurance and obtaining authorization for visits and procedures. Understanding and coordinating insurance coverage for student. Schedules patient’s evaluation and clinic appointments in a timely manner, and at the request of the physician while accommodating patient’s needs. This includes but not limited to: laboratories, diagnostic testing and consultations as needed. Fulfills other department scheduling functions per department procedures and protocols. Proactively manages clinic schedule and provides navigation services through Keck outpatient, ancillary and inpatient services to create a well-managed operational flow and positive patient experience. Gives proper patient instructions and communicates back to appropriate physicians and team the outcome of tests and procedures. Coordinates scheduling of all services and diagnostic testing for patient which include sending any instructions to patients and compiles letters of medical necessity. Assists clinic with clerical and scheduling needs as required to assure business processes are set up correctly. Provides coverage as needed. Reads and responds to email throughout the day.Patient Navigation/Customer Service (30%) Utilizes courtesy, compassion, kindness and honesty while interacting with public, patients, and all clinic personnel. Greets patients in a courteous and professional manner. Acts as a single point of contact for patients and takes accountability for the patient experience. Provides information and guidance to patients regarding all areas of patient care. This includes but not limited to: scheduling, paperwork, and follow-up appointments. Escorts patients to other departments if needed, provides directions to other departments within USC system. Works with patient as appropriate to refer to internal supportive care services: dietician, social worker, financial counselor, etc. Educates and supports patients on ways to keep compliant with care instructions. Assists patients to overcome barriers to care, e.g. transportation, coordination of translation services, financial assistance, etc. Facilitates communication between patient and caregivers, trainers and applicable student health physicians and all members of the care team, nurses, lab, etc. Communicates all changes with patient and case information to all involved personnel. Works with various personnel to resolve issues and accommodate patient. Adheres to policies aimed to protect patient confidentiality.Teamwork/Collaboration (30%) Demonstrates flexibility in in being available and working with other covering individuals. Possesses ability to work independently and in a team setting. Maintains an open line of communication with management and other staff and demonstrates a professional demeanor at all times. Involved with and keeps abreast of changes within the USC healthcare system.Performs other related duties as assigned (10%)Required Qualifications:Req High School or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited school of Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma program.Req Must be comfortable with computers and medical terminology.Req In depth knowledge of all insurance types.Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.Req Familiarity with athlete needs.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s Degree Degree in a related fieldPref 2 years Experience in acute care or ambulatory care setting.Pref Familiarity of word processing, Microsoft Outlook. Cerner, PBAR and scheduling software is preferred.Pref Knowledge of medical terminology.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req 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)The hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 – $39.69. 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.

The USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery of the Keck School of Medicine seeks to hire a diagnostic audiologist as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Otolaryngology. The Diagnostic Audiologist will be responsible for administering and interpreting diagnostic and neurodiagnostic tests in audiology and vestibular function. Perform diagnostic, habilitative, and rehabilitative services and research related to hearing. The Diagnostic Audiologist will also provide clinical supervision of AuD students. This position requires specialization and postgraduate training in audiology diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with hearing loss or balance problems. The work will involve primarily adult patients.This candidate will join a vibrant group of adult and pediatric faculty audiologists within the Division of Audiology. This person will also work closely with all the physician faculty, including five members of the otology division. The role is full-time. The salary is highly competitive and depends upon experience. Please send a CV and a Cover Letter, including a statement of contributions and commitment to inclusive excellence, along with the main application.The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” comprising the faculty, students, and staff that make the university what it is.Minimum Qualifications• Master’s Degree in Audiology or Doctorate of Audiology (AuD).• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience.• Comprehensive proficiency in audiological and balance evaluations for primarily adult populations.• Postgraduate training and experience administering standard audiological tests, including pure-tone testing, speech audiometry, immittance (tympanometry, acoustic reflexes, multi-component/multifrequency tympanometry), otoacoustic emission (OAE), and speech perception testing.• Experience and training with auditory evoked potentials (BAER, EcoG, VEMP testing) for determining the degree and type of hearing loss and knowledge of how ear disease and hearing disorders influence evoked potential test results.• Demonstrated experience in describing to physicians the audiological test findings and the amount of social disability resulting from a hearing loss.• Aural habilitative/rehabilitative counseling services.• Ototoxic monitoring for inpatients and outpatients.• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Preferred Qualifications• Experience giving hearing aid evaluations and fittings, including needs assessment, appropriate verification techniques such as real ear measures, and outcome measures.• Postgraduate training and experience in selection, fitting, and verification of hearing aids and assistive listening devices. Basic hearing aid repair.• Knowledge of cochlear implants and skill with implant mapping and troubleshooting equipment across devices. Cochlear implant mapping and patient counseling.• Experience and skill in performing diagnostic services related to balance pathology; videonystagmography (VNG) including saccade, gaze, positional tracking, optokinetic and caloric tests.• Interoperative monitoring and interpretation.• Postgraduate training and experience in performing and interpreting neurodiagnostic tests for vestibular function and their interpretation in patients.• Competence in precepting student cliniciansThe annual base salary range for this position is $115,600-$137,800. 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.Special Conditions• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

The University of Southern California’s (USC’s) Information Technology Services is seeking a talented Network Security Engineer with an exceptional commitment to service excellence to join its team. As the Network Security Engineer, you will be an integral member of the Firewall Services team, collaborating with talented team members to help solve multidimensional information technology problems, improve customer experience, and generate value for our campus stakeholders across a broad base of departments and constituencies.The Network Security Engineer will be tasked with supporting/assisting with tickets related to Firewalls, VPN Connectivity, Load Balancer Environments, Cloud engineering/guidance, and DNS requests. These support requests include everything from the registration of computers on the wired network to the need for more extensive support for building out new and secure environments for researchers in the data centers and on campus.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:The candidate for the position of Network Security Engineer must meet the following qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Information Systems, related fields, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Experience with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), intrusion detection, proxies, firewalls, packet capture, and/or data loss prevention.Experience designing and implementing security measures within public cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).Experience troubleshooting and deploying solutions involving certificates and public key infrastructures (802.1X or SSL decryption and offloading), and designing and deploying web proxy and content filtering solutions for data loss prevention.Experience performing packet and flow analysis with various toolsets including in-line taps, firewall/IPS appliances, network routers and hosts.Experience working with network access control platforms, writing shell scripts using Python or Bash, and using infrastructure monitoring tools.Experience designing and working with firewall and intrusion prevention systems.Experience working in project-based environments, able to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals and teams across an organization.Ability to generate reports, create presentations, and present to appropriate stakeholders.Ability to contribute expertise to design discussions and support the development of network solutions.In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSThe ideal candidate for the position of Network Security Engineer has the following qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as computer science, computer engineering, etc.More than four years of experience in information technology, network engineering, or network security.Experience designing and working with firewall and intrusion prevention systems with a focus on Fortinet and Palo Alto security platforms.Experience working with the HPE ClearPass network access control platform.Experience working with Palo Alto & Fortinet security platforms to design firewalls and monitor intrusions.Experience working with Cisco VPN Solutions for Remote AccessCCIE Security, CCNA Security, CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE4, OSCP, CISSP, and/or CEH certifications. In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values.THE WORK YOU WILL DOThe Network Security Engineer supports planning, design, optimization, implementation, audit, and troubleshooting of network security systems, improve the overall posture of the university and its assets. Collaborates with other teams, including security operations, governance, and system administrators, to successfully design and deploy required solutions to harden university platforms. Demonstrates ITS values in action.Job Accountabilities:Works collaboratively with key stakeholders within ITS and with other campus departments to deliver highly reliable and secure network services. Creates and maintains detailed written documentation. Shares experiences and subject matter expertise with other ITS staff through written and oral presentations. Provides timely communications to stakeholders, technical staff, and management as required. Communicates and reports network security incidents and issues to university and ITS leaders.Develops and implements solutions to protect the network infrastructure from external and internal threats. Ensures compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements regarding information access, security, and privacy. Plans and executes system upgrades, bug fixes, and other changes using service management software and methodologies.Actively engages with customers to resolve network issues. Acts as a consultant to campus departments to determine the suitability and capability of devices to connect to the campus network. Aligns activities to approved security policies.Properly secures university data by evaluating, recommending, and performing new firewall implementations, configuration changes, and other projects and solutions, including those requiring security operational support. Leverages the latest industry knowledge to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement. Pursues information on new network engineering developments, reading journals and other pertinent publications, talking with vendors, and participating in professional organizations, meetings, conferences, seminars and training courses.Maintains network security systems, leveraging existing tools and leading-edge practices (e.g., upgrading and applying software updates and patches to network devices). Reviews and monitors security appliances, and enacts changes based on operational requirements. Builds network security infrastructures and responds to network-related incidents in a timely fashion. Configures and maintains network equipment and monitoring tools. Test systems for software and hardware weaknesses and assists incident response for breaches and intrusions.Actively participates in the identification of operational opportunities and gaps. Recommends and implements solutions that solve security challenges while meeting business objectives. Provides advice regarding assumed risk for any variances granted. Collaborates with experts and vendors to find, recommend, and implement industry leading, effective security practices.Aids the cultivation of an inclusive environment and a culture of trust and transparency, sharing information broadly, openly, and deliberately. Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with team members, peers, and leaders. Actively embodies ITS values and behaviors (e.g., accountability, ethics, best-in-class customer service).Collaborates with team members and management, implementing effective network security solutions to support the network engineering team’s vision. Maintains currency with new and emerging technology, standards, and best practices. Supports process improvement efforts within the team and across the ITS organization.THE TEAMThe ITS vision aligns strategy, business, and services, upholds university values, and empowers cross-functional teamwork embraces world-class best practices; and promotes innovation, excellence, agility, and efficiency. To achieve this vision, ITS is committed to providing a resilient modern technology infrastructure that delivers the performance necessary to meet the demands of a growing customer base. By training in the latest technologies for its highly productive and motivated workforce and providing outstanding customer experience and technology services, ITS aligns with the university’s mission to provide exceptional learning opportunities for students. ITS is creating a workplace where employees can develop cutting-edge skills, take pride in the services they provide, and have access to the roles and career paths that align with their abilities and potential. We are looking for top talent to join us on our journey.We are looking for top talent to join us on our journey.ITS CULTUREUSC’s ITS organization represents a talented team committed to supporting a collaborative culture and delivering secure and innovative IT services, core to the mission of USC. ITS values accountability, excellence, and commitment to exceptional customer experience. ITS strives for a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages employees to do their best work every day and where individuals are recognized and celebrated for their contributions.ABOUT USCUSC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology, and international business. With more than 47,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles and various US and global satellite locations. As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great workplace—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including various well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.Join the USC ITS team and work as a trusted partner in shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. The annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $135,000. When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment, applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.#LI-TV1Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Work Experience: 4 years
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience

Minimum Field of Expertise:
Experience with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), intrusion detection, proxies, firewalls, packet capture, and/or data loss prevention. Experience designing and implementing security measures within public cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure). Experience troubleshooting and deploying solutions involving certificates and public key infrastructures (802.1X or SSL decryption and offloading), and designing and deploying web proxy and content filtering solutions for data loss prevention. Experience performing packet and flow analysis with various toolsets including in-line taps, firewall/IPS appliances, network routers and hosts. Experience working with network access control platforms, writing shell scripts using Python or Bash, and using infrastructure monitoring tools. Experience designing and working with firewall and intrusion prevention systems. Experience working in project-based environments, able to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals and teams across an organization. Ability to generate reports, create presentations, and present to appropriate stakeholders. Ability to contribute expertise to design discussions and support the development of network solutions.

The Pharmacy Systems Specialist will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting pharmacy automation and technology systems throughout the organization. Incumbents in this role serve as the main point of contact for all pharmacy medication management systems, including ADC, BCMA and Codonics. The Pharmacy Systems Specialist facilitates all training, installation and maintenance of systems, and works to develop new and improved ways of utilizing technology to streamline pharmacy processes and operations. He/She is also responsible for drug procurement and delivery to off-site clinics.Essential Duties:Facilitate training, installation, maintenance, and overall use of medication management tools (ie. ADC, BCMA, Codonics,) throughout the organization.Responsible for all clinic drug procurement.Responsible for drug delivery to off-site clinics.Recommend procedural, workflow and policy changes as appropriate.Develops, updates and maintains training documents where applicable.Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured.Troubleshoots issues with ADC, BCMA, Codonics as well as downtime procedures.Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the technology in pharmacy and to create new opportunities.Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and /or resolve the problems.Work independently with minimal instruction to prioritize and organize work assignments and/or projects.Understands LEAN process and partners with interdisciplinary team to design systems that enable better efficiency and improved.Escalate issues appropriately and expeditiously to appropriate individuals.Accepts extra duties upon request and completes in a timely and high quality manner.Maintains a positive relationship with onsite peers, technical support staff, administrative staff, and healthcare professionals within the facility.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduation from accredited Pharmacy Technician School ProgramReq 2 years Hospital In-Patient Facility experience.Req Experience with and proficient use of medication management systems (including ADC, BCMA and Codonics).Req Individual should be able to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of healthcare professionals.Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.Req Organization/time management skills.Req Excellent analytical, problem-solving, planning and evaluation skills.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Pharmacy Technician (CA DCA) Registration with California State Board of Pharmacy (Technician).Req 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)The hourly rate range for this position is $25.00 – $39.69. 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.

The Program Coordinator is responsible for providing clerical, administrative, analytical support and assistance to the administrative team consisting of director, manager and/or physicians. He/she performs operational analysis to determine the administrative needs of the department. This positon will serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for incoming communications in providing world class customer service at all times. The position requires day-to-day team interaction with, liaison between, and coordination of a wide range of internal and external constituencies involved in program activities. The Program Coordinator will organize data analysis for the program using data from the organization. The coordinator will be responsible for completing reports daily, weekly, monthly and/or annually to showcase the growth and benefits of the program across the organization. This will include team data reports and productivity. It is expected that the coordinator will be dedicated to the mission of our work and will take independent initiative to ensure all work is completed on time.Responsible for providing analytical /clinical support and assistance to the Provider and service line management team, including but not limited to assisting with all aspects of patient care, scheduling and coordinating the outpatient clinic, patient appointments, follow up visits and surgery scheduling. This individual will also assist with operational analysis, such as the scheduling post-surgical patient care appointments, and organizing an efficient case flow of the clinic’s scheduling and determining the administrative needs for the service line. The Program Coordinator must have excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and analytical skills. This position will serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for incoming communications from Referring providers, Patients, faculty, staff members and/or external constituencies specializing in providing world class customer service at all times. The position requires day-to-day team interaction with, liaison between, and coordination of a wide range of internal and external constituencies involved in patient care. The coordinator will organize and manage data analysis for the service line using data from the organization. The coordinator will also assist the multidisciplinary team in managing the care of patient’s through all phases of in-take and evaluations listed by acting as a liaison between the clinic and the referring physicians. Additionally, this person will also coordinate calendars and priorities throughout the day as well as independent and collaborative projects as needed.Essential Duties:Provides administrative support in the development, implementation, and promotion of service line function.Serves as a principal liaison between Referring providers , faculty and staff, other departments, and/or external constituencies on day-to-day programmatic, operational, and clinical issues; may facilitate meetings, special projects, and problem resolution.Coordinates activities of support staff, consultants, faculty, and/or volunteers engaged in implementation and administration of service line objectives.Researches, gathers, organizes and summarizes data for reports. Analyzes data for trends or conclusions and presents results and recommendations to supervisor.Collects and analyzes data; prepares schedules and special reports; maintains program/project records and statistical information.May perform specialized activities of a programmatic nature in direct support of the accomplishment of service line objectives and protocol.May supervise and train lower level staff, student employees as appropriate.Ensure technology is used correctly for all operations.Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies.Promotes security by alerting appropriate personnel for safety, fire and other unsafe situations. Reports any unusual occurrences to supervisor.Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Bachelor’s Degree Degree in a related field.Req 2 years In a related field.Req Ability to manage multiple projects.Req Knowledge of Principles and practices of office management, modern office equipment and software applications.Req Requires effective written and oral communications, judgment and tact and a broad understanding of policy and procedures.Req Ability to show strong attention to detail.Req Ability to perform at high levels in a fast paced ever-changing work environment and successfully adapt to changing priorities and work demands.Preferred Qualifications:Required Licenses/Certifications: Req 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)   The annual base salary range for this position is $68,640.00 – $112,370.00. 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.

POSITION SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the RN, the Critical Care Room Technician assists the RN in patient care procedures and activities. Checks equipment maintains supply levels, maintains/organizes utility rooms and assures and checks the availability of emergency equipment, supplies, trays, and carts, restocking them if needed. Transports patients for procedures, transfer, or discharge. Performs 12-Lead EKG timely and effectively and when needed. Sets-up rooms for admissions and removes and clean soiled equipment after patient discharge or transfer. Performs unit secretary/monitor tech role. Demonstrates and promotes compliance with infection control, legal and safety standards. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good verbal and nonverbal skills to achieve service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIESAccountable to the Charge RN for daily work assignment and to the Nursing Manager/Director for overall work performance.Assists RN in turning, positioning and ambulating patients. Prepares patients for examination. Assists the RN in setting up equipment and trays for emergency procedures.Always assures patient privacy.Assists RN with use of Central Line Necessity stamp to ensure compliance for infection central standards.Assumes responsibility for own professional development and practice.Correctly interprets cardiac rhythms, reviews and validate alarms. Communicates to the RN significant rhythm changes.Correctly utilizes the patient charge system daily. Stamps patient charge cards daily and assures all emergency trays, carts and supplies are charged.Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.In collaboration with the Lead/charge RN, communicates and coordinates patient room assignment. Keeps logbook complete and updated.Organize, monitor, and maintain availability of supplies, oxygen tanks, emergency supplies.Keeps accurate inventory of essential equipment and instruments. Keeps utility rooms and hallways organized and free from clutter. Send broken equipment for repair and maintenance.Performs 12-Lead EKG competently and timely. Lead placement being accurate and utilizing equipment according to standards, policy, and procedures. Sending tracing to Cardio- Diagnostics and places copy in patient’s chart. Identifies the patient and explains procedures.Responds to unit Code Blue. Performs CPR as needed.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.Stocks, organizes, and set-up patient rooms. Obtaining appropriate equipment for various admissions.Supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among co-workers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.Transports patients for admission, procedure and discharge by gurney or wheelchair. Transports medications except narcotics, laboratory specimens and blood products as requested by the nursing staff.Under the supervision of the RN, accurately transcribes physician orders in a timely manner.Effectively and accurately enters orders in the computer system, prints and files reports as required.Education
Minimum (Required) High School or GED

Work Experience
Preferred (Not required) Prefer minimum of one-year recent experience in an acute care hospital.

Licenses and Certifications
Minimum (Required)
• Must have Basic Arrhythmia Certification.
• Must have Medical Terminology Certificate within 6 months of hire.
• Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification

Equal Employment Opportunity:

USC Arcadia Hospital 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 Arcadia Hospital’s policy. USC Arcadia Hospital 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 safety.

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 – $25.95. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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.

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.Minimum Education:
Associate’s Degree Nursing Graduate of nursing program

Minimum Experience:
1 year Acute care experience
Current RN experience in assigned area of Nursing
A registered nurse with current RN experience in the specific service or department.

Minimum Skills:
Possess basic computer skills, required

Required Certifications:
Registered Nurse – RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s Degree Nursing BSN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

USC Arcadia Hospital 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 Arcadia Hospital’s policy. USC Arcadia Hospital 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 safety.

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $48.41 – $76.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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.

POSITION SUMMARYThe purpose of the Case Coordinator position is to support the physician and interdisciplinary team in the provision of patient care, with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care and providing timely and accurate information to payers. The role integrates and coordinates utilization management, care facilitation, and discharge planning functions. The Case Coordinator is accountable for a designated patient caseload and plans effectively in order to meet patient needs, manage the length of stay, and promote efficient utilization of resources. Specific functions within this role include: facilitation of pre-certification and payer authorization processes, facilitation of the collaborative management of patient care across the continuum, intervening as necessary to remove barriers to timely and efficient care delivery and reimbursement, application of process improvement methodologies in evaluating outcomes of care support and coaching of clinical documentation efforts and serving as a clinical resource for coders, ensuring that documentation accurately reflects severity of illness and intensity of service coordinating communication with physicians.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIESActively participates in clinical performance improvement activities.Applies approved InterQual criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions and continued stays and documents findings based on department standards.Assist in the compilation of physician profile data regarding LOS, resource utilization, denied days, cost, case mix index, patient satisfaction, and quality indicators.Assists in the collection and reporting of financial indicators including case mix, LOS, cost per case, excess days, resource utilization, readmission rates, denials, and appeals.Collaborates and communicates with multidisciplinary team in all phases of discharge planning process, including initial patient assessment, planning, implementation, interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching, and ongoing evaluation.Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting.Collaborates with the physician and all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate care for designated caseload; monitors the patient’s progress, intervening as necessary and appropriate to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, efficient, and cost effective; facilitates the following on a timely basis: completion and reporting of diagnostic testing, completion of treatment plan and discharge plan, modification of plan of care, as necessary, to meet the ongoing needs of the patient, communication to third-party payers and other relevant information to the care team, assignment of appropriate levels of care, completion of all required documentation in Affinity GUI screens and patient recordsCollaborates/communicates with external case managers.Collects delay in service data and data for specific performance and/or outcome indicators as determined by the director.Communicates with Financial Counselor to facilitate covered day reimbursement certification for assigned patients. Discusses payer criteria and issues on a case-by-case basis with clinical staff and follows up to resolve problems with payers as needed.Completes utilization management for assigned patients.Coordinates/facilitates patient cares progression throughout the continuum.Documents relevant discharge planning information in the Affinity GUI System according to department standards.Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the health care team and are documented as necessary to ensure continuity of care.Ensures/maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician, and payer.Facilitates transfer to other facilities.Identifies at-risk populations using approved screening tool and follows established reporting procedures.Initiates and facilitates referrals to the Home Health Liaison for home health care, hospice, and medical equipment and supplies.Issues Notices of Non-coverage per hospital policy.Manages all aspects of discharge planning for assigned patients.Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop an individualized plan in collaboration with the physician.Monitors all transfer DRG’s.Monitors length of stay (LOS) and ancillary resource use on an ongoing basis. Takes actions to achieve continuous improvement in both areas.Perform 100% UR Review on all Medicare One-Day admissions.Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge.Refers appropriate cases for social work intervention based on department criteria.Refers cases and issues to physician advisor in compliance with department procedures and follows up as indicated.Seeks consultation from appropriate disciplines/ departments as required to expedite care and facilitate discharge.Uses data to drive decisions and plan/implement performance improvement strategies related for assigned patients, including fiscal, clinical, and patient satisfaction data.Uses quality screens to identify potential issues and forwards information to the PI department.Utilizes advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues.Works collaboratively and maintains active communication with physicians, nursing, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to effect timely, appropriate patient management.Education
Minimum (Required) Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Licenses and Certifications
Minimum (Required)
• A current RN licensure in the State of California is required.
• Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification.
Preferred (Not required) Professional certification as a case manager preferred.

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $48.41 – $76.69. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital 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.