Ambulatory Services Nurse II, Operating Room
Los Altos, California
Health system employer
RN
Posted Sep 8
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Full Time
- Accepts
- RN
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 so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD
Position
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Overview
Accountable for the assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation during the pre operative, intra operative and post operative phases of nursing care. Assists the physician during surgery and procedures by functioning in the circulating role. Develops, implements, manages/coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors.
Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.
Job Description
Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Certification &
Licensure
- RN-Registered Nurse of California
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider
Typical
Experience
- Two years recent relevant experience
Skills and knowledge
- Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regards to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology
- Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations
- Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
- Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record
- Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
- Work independently, as well as being part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
- Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
- Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI)
- Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
Job Shift
Days
Schedule
Full Time
Shift Hours
8
Days of the Week
Monday - Friday
Weekend
Requirements
None
Benefits
Yes
Unions
No
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
40
Employee Status
Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $86.27 to $120.77 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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Requirements
- None
Place
- City
- Los Altos, California
- Median rent
- $3,501/mo
- Local household income
- $250,001/yr
- State price level
- 11% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
California index 110.7, where 100 is the national average.
Los Altos is a quiet, upscale Silicon Valley enclave with tree-lined streets and a low-key small-town feel despite proximity to tech-hub jobs. Nurses relocating here will find calm residential neighborhoods centered on a walkable downtown along Main Street, with parks and open space preserves nearby for off-shift downtime.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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About the employer
Sutter Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system headquartered in Sacramento, California, with a network of hospitals and physician organizations spanning Northern California. The organization is led by President and CEO Warner Thomas, who has emphasized reenergizing workplace culture and reconnecting…
On your path
Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.
Worth asking
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- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?