Clinic Registered Nurse
Northwest Surgical Development Company INC
Los Angeles, California
RN
Posted Aug 13
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Precepting expected
- Setting
- Clinic
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 3-5 years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in California is $49/hr, across 1912 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our busy plastic surgery center. This role is central to ensuring safe, high-quality patient care throughout the surgical journey—from pre-operative assessments through post-operative recovery. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong clinical judgment, and provide exceptional support to patients, families, and the care team.
Key
Responsibilities
- Perform pre-operative assessments, assist with history and physical examinations, and provide post-operative follow-up visits. Provide treatment, education, and ongoing management to support positive surgical outcomes.
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- Ensure timely review and sign-off of labs, diagnostic tests, medical clearances, and prescriptions in collaboration with the surgeon and in accordance with clinical guidelines.
- Coordinate laboratory and diagnostic testing with surgeons and anesthesia providers as needed.
- Mentor, guide, and support clinical team members, promoting a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Oversee post-surgical recovery, including wound care, dressing changes, and removal of drains and sutures. Identify complications promptly and coordinate appropriate treatments with the surgeon.
- Conduct post-operative phone assessments to monitor recovery progress, address patient concerns, and provide clinical guidance. Respond to patient and caregiver calls with accurate and timely advice within scope of practice.
- Offer both physical and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers throughout the surgical process.
- Deliver clear patient education on pre- and post-operative care, recovery expectations, and ongoing health maintenance.
- Accurately document all patient encounters using EHR system in compliance with legal and clinical standards.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant clinical environment by adhering to protocols, procedures, and regulations.
- Triage emergent situations, provide immediate interventions, and escalate to the surgeon when necessary to ensure patient safety.
- Provide calm, efficient, and effective care during emergencies, including use of emergency equipment and medications.
- Contribute to staff meetings, problem-solving discussions, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Protect patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Engage in continuing education and professional development to stay current with innovations in plastic surgery and medical care. Maintain all required licensure and certifications.
Required Skills &
Qualifications
- Nursing degree from an accredited Registered Nurse program.
- Active California RN license.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Strong clinical skills in patient assessment, pre-op requirements, and post-operative care.
- Familiarity with established concepts, practices, and procedures in surgical and outpatient care.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, particularly in managing complications and emergent situations.
- Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
- Professional demeanor with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care.
Preferred
Qualifications
·
Experience
3–5 years in a clinical setting; prior experience in outpatient cosmetic plastic surgery strongly preferred.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong clinical competence with the confidence to learn and adapt quickly.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage a busy clinic schedule.
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and leadership abilities.
- Patient-focused approach with a commitment to safety and quality.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
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Requirements
- · Nursing degree from an accredited Registered Nurse program.
- · Active California RN license.
- · Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
- · Strong clinical skills in patient assessment, pre-op requirements, and post-operative care.
- · Familiarity with established concepts, practices, and procedures in surgical and outpatient care.
- · Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- · Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
- · Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, particularly in managing complications and emergent situations.
- · Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
- · Professional demeanor with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Preferred
- ·
- 3–5 years in a clinical setting; prior experience in outpatient cosmetic plastic surgery strongly preferred.
Place
- City
- Los Angeles, California
- Median rent
- $1,933/mo
- Local household income
- $81,939/yr
- Metro price level
- 14% above the national average
- Address
- 11640 San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Los Angeles area index 113.6, where 100 is the national average.
Los Angeles blends year-round sunshine, Pacific coastline, and major healthcare systems from Westside hospitals to Downtown medical centers. Nurses relocating here find diverse neighborhoods stretching from beach communities like Santa Monica to inland valleys. Expect car culture, outdoor living, and a sprawling metropolis where hiking trails and entertainment venues sit near clinical opportunities.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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You would be stepping into Athenix Advanced Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Centers, run by Northwest Surgical Development Company. The network includes Bellevue, Washington, along with Fresno, Irvine, Pasadena, Brentwood, and Scottsdale. Day-to-day work is ambulatory plastic and aesthetic surgery in…
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