Clinical Nurse II - Surgery - Sharp Tri-City - Variable Shift - Full Time

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with CNA.

About the Role

The Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) at the Clinical Nurse II (CN II) level is a vital part of the surgical team, responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care during the perioperative period. This role requires advanced competencies, specialized certifications, and a strong ability to function autonomously while collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including unit-based safety and infection control requirements.
• Patient Care:
  • Coordinate the interprofessional health care team to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered, timely, and equitable care to surgical patients.
  • Conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments to identify patient-specific needs.
  • Develop and implement individualized perioperative care plans.
  • Monitor and evaluate patient responses intraoperatively, ensuring swift intervention as needed.
  • Act as patient advocate and protect patient dignity and confidentiality.
  • Administer moderate sedation for patients undergoing Endoscopy procedures.
  • Evaluate effectiveness of care provided by all health care team members, including oneself, and contribution of systems, environment, and instrumentation in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.
  • Advocate for evidence-based practices in perioperative care.
  • Serve as a liaison to the cardiac surgeons, anesthesia providers, and department leadership. (CVOR RN position only)
• Surgical Support:
  • Ensure proper handling of surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies.
  • Handle and document surgical specimens according to facility policy and physician orders.
  • Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and maintain a seamless workflow.
  • Responsible for inventory management, including storage and distribution of all cardiac-related items, notifying the CVOR RN Specialty Coordinator when supplies are low for reordering purposes. (CVOR RN position only)
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Maintain a safe, clean working environment, adhering to infection control and hospital policies.
  • Maintain strict adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
  • Comply with hospital and regulatory standards, including The Joint Commission, OSHA, and AORN guidelines.
  • Adhere to facility policies to ensure safe surgical care, including patient identification, pre-procedure verification, Universal Protocol, and prevention of unintended retained surgical items.
  • Identify and report safety concerns; demonstrate willingness to address pervasive systemic issues.
• Documentation:
  • Accurately document perioperative care, patient progress, and any intraoperative incidents in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Professional Development and Leadership:
  • Provide preceptorship and mentorship to New Graduate Nurses, New Hires, and students, fostering their professional development.
  • Participate in professional development activities, including continuing education, certifications, workshops, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Serve as a resource and advocate for best practices within the surgical services department.
  • Function in the charge nurse or service line coordinator role as needed.
• Emergency Preparedness:
  • Act decisively in critical situations, such as cardiac arrest or massive hemorrhage, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and composure under pressure.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • Associate's Degree in Nursing with five years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in a high-acuity operating room in lieu of BSN.
  • Experienced OR RN: Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a high-acuity operating room.
  • Experienced CVOR RN: Two (2) years of experience as a CVOR RN (CVOR RN position only).
  • Transitional RN Program (Main OR only): Five (5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an ICU, ED, or PACU setting.
  • California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing - REQUIRED
  • AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association - REQUIRED
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Scrub experience.
  • Current ACLS; American Heart Association Healthcare Provider certification. Current incumbents must obtain certification within 90 days of accepting the position of Surgery CN II. - REQUIRED
  • Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) or equivalent certification. - PREFERRED
• Other Qualification Requirements:
  • Demonstrated proficiency in handling complex cases across various surgical specialties.
  • Must be able to circulate a variety of specialties (including, but not limited to: Neuro, Spine, HEENT, General, GYN, Vascular, Thoracic, Minimally Invasive, Robotic, Orthopedics).
  • Proficient in operating advanced surgical equipment and technology.
  • Strong understanding of surgical anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology.
  • Expertise in managing sterile fields and ensuring adherence to surgical protocols.
  • Rapid decision-making skills in high-pressure environments.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to dynamic surgical cases.
  • Effective verbal and written communication with the surgical team, patients, and families.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to support a collaborative team environment.

Schedule

Shift Start Time: Variable
Shift End Time: Variable
AWS Hours Requirement: 12/36 - 12 Hour Shift
Weekend Requirements: As Needed
On-Call Required: Yes

Pay

Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $63.00 - $73.06 - $83.13