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Per Diem Nurse - Operating Room

City of Hope

Duarte, California

RN

Posted Sep 4 · Not open to new grads

Shift
12-hour days
Unit
Operating Room

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
day shift (6:45am start time)
Term
Per Diem
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
1+ years
Unit
Operating Room
More role details
Patients
The OR Nurse will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care tailored to the unique needs of oncology patients.

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
This role$81/hr
nursing in California$49/hr

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.

Pay differential
eligible for a unit differential of $1.11/hr additional

About this role

Our Surgical Services Team is growing at City of Hope

We're thrilled to announce the addition and opening of a brand-new operating room! This exciting milestone reflects our continued commitment to delivering world-class, compassionate care and advancing the future of cancer treatment.

As we grow, we're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join our Surgical Services team. Whether you're an experienced perioperative professional or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative team that is shaping the future of patient care.

Position Summary

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City of Hope is seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Nurse to join our exceptional team in the operating room, specializing in cancer treatment. In this crucial role, you will contribute to the fight against cancer by providing outstanding surgical care to our patients. The OR Nurse prepares patients for surgery, assists during operations, and ensures a sterile and safe environment.

The OR Nurse will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care tailored to the unique needs of oncology patients. This opportunity is for per diem, 12-hour shifts, and is designated for the day shift (6:45am start time). The per diem flat rate for this position is $81.16/hr and is also eligible for a unit differential of $1.11/hr additional.

There is a minimum of 1 shift per week availability required for per diem.

As a successful candidate, you will

  • Assist in surgical procedures related to cancer treatment, including tumor removal, organ resection, and reconstructive surgery.
  • Ensure the operating room is prepared with the necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies for each procedure.
  • Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technicians to maintain a sterile and safe surgical environment.
  • Monitor patients during surgery, assessing vital signs and assisting with the management of complications.
  • Provide post-operative care, including wound care, pain management, and patient education.
  • Maintain meticulous documentation of surgical procedures, patient conditions, and medication administration.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Your qualifications should include

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree in Nursing is required. If ADN only, must obtain BSN within three (3) years of hire or transfer.
  • Current California RN license
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in an acute care setting and/or outpatient setting
  • Requirement of 1-year perioperative experience or a formal Perioperative nursing specialty course completed prior to application or within 6 months of hire or transfer.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Card through American Heart Association
  • ACLS through American Heart Association
  • CNOR (preferred)

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please click here

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Requirements

  • RN
  • CA RN License
  • Pain medicine
  • Nursing
  • 12 hour shift
  • Preoperative patient preparation
  • Surgery
  • Medical procedure assistance
  • RN License
  • Reconstructive surgery

Place

City
Duarte, California
State price level
11% above the national average

California index 110.7, where 100 is the national average.

Campus
Duarte
Address
1550 E Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA 91010, USA

Duarte is a small, quiet city in Los Angeles County's San Gabriel Valley, nestled against the San Gabriel Mountains. Home to the renowned City of Hope cancer center, it appeals to healthcare professionals seeking a suburban feel with easy access to greater L.A. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy nearby trails and canyon roads just minutes from town.

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