Nursing Jobs in Baldwin Park, CA
$107,000 - $136,000 / year
Description Kindred Hospital Ontario helps patients return to the lives they love. At our 91-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. We also offer a seven-bed ICU to for treating particularly serious conditions.We are located just 4 miles from LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) with popular restaurants and shops within a short driving distance. Job Summary Responsible for the overall direction and supervision of patient care activities and nursing personnel of a nursing unit(s). Coordinates and consults with the Director of Nursing and Clinical Services (DNCS) and COO/CCO as appropriate in assuring the Standards of Nursing Practice related to all nursing care areas are implemented and followed. Supervises nursing staff, assesses patients, and ensures quality nursing care is provided to all patients on assigned unit(s). Promotes company Policies and Values. Essential Functions Understands the National Quality Program and works towards demonstrated excellence on the unit(s) assigned. Ensures adequate staffing for nursing unit(s) Supervises and evaluates designated nursing staff; assigns duties/assignments and coordinates nursing services based on patient acuity and daily census. Coordinates and directs staff to ensure that patient care is delivered safely and within the scope of hospital policies to meet the needs of the patients. Makes certain the execution of Bedside Shift Reports, Unit briefs and debriefs ensures patient, and staff have been informed of care delivery needs and plans to mitigate any safety issues identified. Coordinates and Incorporates actions needed to further patient care needs. Participates in developing nursing protocol and procedures. Ensures staff is competent to perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Escalates any circumstances, which may have a serious impact. Promotes a Speak Up Culture and support of a High Reliability Organization (HRO). Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team to ensure adequate and appropriate care delivery. Demonstrates ability to assist staff and physicians with providing patient care if needed; ensures clinical services are conducted and documented appropriately. Assesses and formulates teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning to ensure staff is competent. Maintains supply inventory records; orders supplies and equipment, as necessary. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers Promotes adherence to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Agreement by monitoring employee performance and identifying and responding to compliance issues. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%. Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word processing and spreadsheet software. Must read, write and speak fluent English. Must have good and regular attendance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Pay range: $107K - $136K/Yr ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in nursing required. Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse in the State Experience Minimum of three years’ experience in healthcare administration/management. Graduate level education may substitute on a year-to-year basis for the required experience. $161,500 - $264,160 / year
The Pre-Op Nurse Practitioner –(NP) is a NP who works under the direction of the Department's Administrative and Medical Directors to facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the cardiovascular patient population at Keck Medical Center. The NP is responsible for the application of the nursing process, supervision of clinical practice, education, leadership, and patient care management. The NP will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners. Outpatient duties will include providing Cardiac Clearance for established Cardiology patients for surgery, pre-transplant evaluation as well as independent evaluation of general cardiology patients. This position may provide support to Cardiovascular Medicine physicians in their respective clinics by using a team approach to efficiently evaluate and treat our outpatient Cardiovascular Medicine patient population. Meeting all medical center requirements, the Pre-Op NP will be responsible for appropriate documentation, clinic consults. The NP will be responsible for follow up, coordination of care, assisting in triaging phone calls, clinical questions, and pharmacy. The NP may also be involved in our telemedicine program. The nurse practitioner should demonstrate a knowledge of regulatory requirements in the delivery of patient care. Demonstrates critical thinking in providing care according to the standards of the profession. Resource for RNs, LVNs, and support staff. Works in collaboration with other health care team members, consulting and referring as appropriate, but retains responsibility for ongoing clinical management of the patient (e.g. post-implant VAD care, heart failure, etc.). Departmental Specific Summary The Nurse Practitioner – Cardiology under general supervision and in accordance with standardized procedures, incumbent performs physical examinations and treats common episodic and chronic health care problems, counsels patients and families, monitors patient progress, assists with medical research projects. Resource for RNs, LVNs, and support staff. Works in collaboration with other health care team members, consulting and referring as appropriate, but retains responsibility for ongoing clinical management of the patient (e.g. post-implant VAD care, heart failure, etc.). Essential Duties 1. Conducts in-depth interviews with patients and/or family, constructs comprehensive medical histories, performs initial and periodic physical examinations and explores patient’s interpretation of health needs. Identifies and treats patients’ diseases (e.g. post-implant VAD care, heart failure, etc.). Manages treatment of hospitalized patients using critical and strategic thinking, analytical and planning skills while demonstrating effective organizational and time management skills. 2. Identifies patient’s educational needs and provides health related information to enhance patient’s and family’s understanding of medical condition and related treatments. Obtains informed consent for procedures that will be performed Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding care, medical problems, psychological problems and use of prescribed devices, treatments and drugs. 3. Directly performs or orders appropriate diagnostic studies and interprets finished results. 4. Develops and implements long and short range treatment plans. 5. Performs procedures such as obtaining specimens, performing injections, immunizations, lumbar punctures, skin biopsies, suturing, wound care and management of conditions produced by trauma or infection. 6. Writes orders to increase, decrease or change medication, subject to checking and counter-signing by physician. 7. Initiates consultations and monitors scheduling of patients for special tests. 8. Identifies records pertinent progress of patients, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate and notifying the responsible physician of changes in the patient’s condition. 9. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems, and use of prescribed treatments and drugs. 10. Acts as the lead in the clinics (e.g. being the resource for RN, LVN, and support staff) and acts as the liaison with governmental agencies such as Center for Disease Control and National Institute of Health. Assists with medical research projects, following medical research protocols. Obtains Investigational Review Board approval for treatment protocols. 11. Researches community resources for referral of patients. Refers patients to most appropriate resource based on patients’ medical needs and condition. 12. Maintains compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control and complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies. 13. Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations. 14. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Req Master's degree Nursing Degree in a related field Req 3 years Experience as a NP required Req 2 years Experience as NP in general cardiology, cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery experience required. Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Req 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. Preferred Qualifications Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA DCA) Current & Valid California Registered Nursing license. Req Nurse Practitioner - NP (CA DCA) Current & Valid California Nurse Practitioner license. ACNP, AGACNP, FNP, ANP, or AGNP required. Req DEA Certificate Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances Req NP Board Certified Possession of National Board Certification in Nurse Practitioner area of specialty accredited by Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing (ABSNC) or National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association 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) USC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas. USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth—advancing quality, safety, access, and financial strength through integrated, system-level thinking that transcends silos and traditional models. By building bridges across the enterprise, embracing innovation, and leveraging technology, we deliver seamless, 5-Star access and service while expanding clinical reach and diversified models of care. Our work fuels a sustainable cycle of good health—organizationally, financially, and within the communities we serve—driving continued growth from within and beyond the system’s boundaries. The annual base salary range for this position is $161,500.00 - $264,160.00. 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. 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. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. 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 (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. 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We are hiring a female caregiver in Los Angeles, CA 90043, in the Windsor Hills area. Mon-Fri 830am-530pm Please apply if you are available. 
$102,183 - $163,492 / year
Salary Range: $102,183.00 (Min.) - $132,838.00 (Mid.) - $163,492.00 (Max.) Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time. Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. Job Summary The Clinical Policy Clinical Coder RN II is responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and operationalizing medical and utilization management policies to ensure accurate coding, appropriate authorization requirements, compliant claims processing, and effective utilization oversight. This position serves as a key clinical and coding resource, translating medical policy requirements into diagnosis, procedure, and service code logic, including determining which codes require prior authorization. Conducts in-depth research and analysis of legislation and regulatory requirements, clinical outcomes, utilization, claims, and financial data to identify utilization trends, fiscal risk, and opportunities for policy enhancement and cost containment. This position works cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure policies are codified, consistently applied, and monitored through reporting and data analysis. This position collaborates closely with internal stakeholders and external entities to support standardized benefit administration, effective program implementation, and organizational compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements. Duties Translate approved clinical policies and utilization management criteria into clear, codified claims rules and system logic to support accurate claims adjudication. Develop, revise, and recommend clinical policies and internal utilization management criteria when standard clinical guidelines are insufficient to support appropriate decision-making based on codified claim rules. Assess the downstream claims impact of new or revised clinical policies prior to implementation and recommend configuration updates to mitigate operational or financial risk. Participate in validation of claims configuration changes to ensure policies are applied correctly and consistently across all lines of business. Monitor post-implementation claims activity to identify configuration issues, unintended denials, or payment discrepancies related to clinical policy application. Support remediation of claims configuration defects by identifying root causes and coordinating corrective actions with internal teams. Participate in and lead specialty and cross-functional workgroups and committees focused on healthcare services clinical policies, utilization management processes, strategic initiatives, policy governance, operational alignment, and continuous improvement efforts. Ensure timely dissemination of accurate and consistent policies and procedures across departments. Promote collaboration, engagement, and a positive work environment while supporting departmental initiatives and team-based activities. Manage assigned projects from concept through implementation, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and deliverables are met. Analyze and interpret medical and utilization management policies to identify applicable diagnosis, procedure, and service codes and determine authorization, pre-payment, or post-payment review requirements. Define and maintain code lists that require prior authorization or other utilization management controls based on clinical evidence, regulatory guidance, utilization trends, and financial risk. Duties Continued Collaborate with internal teams to ensure authorization requirements and coding logic are accurately configured in authorization and claims systems based on authorization matrix requirements. Support accurate claims processing by validating codified authorization and policy requirements are correctly applied and aligned with approved medical policies. Provide clinical and coding recommendations to support the development, revision, and implementation of new or updated medical and utilization management policies. Investigate and resolve coding and authorization related issues, including claim denials, coding edits, authorization discrepancies, and policy interpretation questions. Review and assess claims edits, authorization matrixes, and coding rules to identify root causes of errors or inconsistencies and recommend corrective actions. Ensure coding, authorization requirements, and claims-related guidance align with medical necessity criteria, benefit structures, and applicable state, federal, and regulatory requirements. Develop, review, and maintain reporting related to authorization required codes, approval and denial rates, utilization patterns, claims payment outcomes, and policy effectiveness. Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations and communicate findings, recommendations, and action plans to internal and external stakeholders. Analyze claims, authorization, and utilization data to identify trends, measure policy impact, and recommend opportunities for policy refinement, cost containment, or reduction of administrative burden. Monitor post-implementation performance of authorization-required codes and recommend additions, removals, or modifications to authorization requirements based on regulatory thresholds and utilization outcomes. Perform other duties as assigned. Education Required Associate's Degree in Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Experience Required: At least 8 years of experience in Clinical Nursing. At least 3 years of experience with Medi-Cal and Medicare in a managed care environment. Experience in performing and creating clinical documentation. Experience in regulatory compliance for a health plan. Experience with medical coding systems. Preferred: At least 1 year of experience in editing and writing clinical health services policies within a managed care health plan. Skills Required: Proficient with clinical policy through skills in literature searching and clinical research analysis based on the best available evidence. Working knowledge of clinical policies. Working knowledge of CPT/HCPC codes and claims. Ability to translate regulatory requirements into auditable tools. Ability to perform independent research on complex medical topics. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical, problem solving, and team building skills. Ability to work independently with strong self-direction. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PDF documentation tools. Ability to work effectively with diverse teams in cross-functional work groups. Ability to multitask, re-prioritize tasking, and streamline day-to-day operations. Ability to identify discrepancies, assess risk, and recommend actionable solutions. Knowledge of medical coding systems, including ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, and their application in authorization and claims environments. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Preferred: Advanced skills in assessing clinical policy deficiencies through literature searching and clinical research analysis based on the best available evidence. Proficient in claims configuration, including claims adjudication workflows, configuration of claims edits and rules, and the translation of clinical and utilization management policies into system-based claims logic to support accurate, compliant payment outcomes. Understanding of the managed care industry and market conditions. Licenses/Certifications Required Registered Nurse (RN) - Active, current and unrestricted California License Licenses/Certifications Preferred Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Required Training Physical Requirements Light Additional Information Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change. L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Retirement Plans Medical, Dental and Vision Wellness Program Volunteer Time Off (VTO) 
