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RN OR II - Oregon Outpatient Surgery Center

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Portland, Oregon

Posted Sep 10

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Role

Term
Permanent
Accepts
RN

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About this role

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:

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  • Clinical quality
  • Integrity
  • Service excellence
  • Teamwork
  • Accountability
  • Continuous improvement
  • Inclusion

Our values aren’t empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Oregon Outpatient Surgery Center

7300 SW Childs Rd, Suite A

Portland, OR 97224

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and patient-focused Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) to join our growing surgical team. The OR Nurse will provide direct perioperative patient care, collaborate with physicians and surgical staff, and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality throughout the surgical experience.

Specialties Supported

Our center performs procedures across multiple specialties, including

  • General Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Spine Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
  • Ophthalmology
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Podiatry
  • Pain Management
  • Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
  • Otology/Neurotology
  • Anesthesiology

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in the perioperative setting. Prepare operating rooms, equipment, and surgical instruments. Serve as a circulating and/or scrub nurse during surgical procedures. Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical staff to ensure positive patient outcomes. Monitor patient status and maintain patient safety throughout the surgical process. Ensure compliance with infection control standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices. Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation. Provide excellent patient and family education and support.

Why Join Oregon Outpatient Surgery Center?

Partner with a nationally recognized leader in ambulatory surgical care, SCA Health. Collaborative and supportive team environment. State-of-the-art outpatient surgery center. Focus on work-life balance and patient-centered care. Opportunity to work across a variety of surgical specialties. Commitment to professional growth and development.

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional surgical care and want to be part of a team that puts patients first, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Qualifications

Required

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing. Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of employment or current BLS certification upon hire. Successful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of employment or current ACLS certification upon hire. Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of employment, when pediatric care is included in the facility's scope of services, or current PALS certification upon hire.

Preferred

One year of Operating Room and/or Medical-Surgical nursing experience. Specialty certification in Perioperative Nursing (CNOR). Previous Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) experience.

USD $45.00/Hr. USD $56.00/Hr.

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Requirements

  • Required
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  • Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
  • Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of employment or current BLS certification upon hire.
  • Successful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of employment or current ACLS certification upon hire.
  • Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 90 days of employment, when pediatric care is included in the facility's scope of services, or current PALS certification upon hire.
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  • Preferred
  • One year of Operating Room and/or Medical-Surgical nursing experience.
  • Specialty certification in Perioperative Nursing (CNOR).
  • Previous Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) experience.
  • USD $45.00/Hr. USD $56.00/Hr.
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Place

City
Portland, Oregon
Median rent
$1,655/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$90,919/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
5% above the national average

Portland area index 105.4, where 100 is the national average.

Portland pairs a laid-back Pacific Northwest lifestyle with a thriving food, coffee, and craft-brew scene. The Willamette River splits the city into distinct east and west sides, and Forest Park offers one of the nation's largest urban wilderness escapes. It's a magnet for nurses who want outdoor access without leaving city limits.

Map showing the location of Portland, OR
Approximate location in Portland, OR. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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