RN Operating Room HOPE Pod

About the role

Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors.
• Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act.
• Accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance.

Required qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of recent Adult Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse clinical experience.
• Current, active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Demonstrated proficiency in both scrub and circulating nurse roles.
• Minimum 2 years of experience scrubbing and circulating the following specialties and procedures:
  • Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS)
  • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS)
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Dental Surgery
  • Combined Neurosurgery/OHNS procedures
  • Open and endoscopic surgical cases
  • Free flap reconstructive procedures
• Demonstrated competence in managing complex surgical procedures in a fast-paced academic medical center environment.
• Ability and willingness to complete orientation and provide coverage at all UCSF Health locations, as needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize, multitask, and work independently.
• Ability to perform efficiently under pressure while maintaining patient safety and quality standards.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and general PC operations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary surgical teams and maintain professional working relationships.

Preferred qualifications

• BSN degree
• Specialty Certification – CNOR

Licenses and certifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification