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Ambulatory Services Nurse II, Operating Room

Palo Alto Medical Foundation

Los Altos, California, United States of America

Eligibility
RN

Posted Sep 11

What the listing says

Role

Term
Permanent
Accepts
RN

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

About this role

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD Position

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 policies, 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.

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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.

Sourced from Palo Alto Medical Foundation’s careers page.

Requirements

  • None

Benefits highlights

  • Comprehensive benefits package

Place

City
Los Altos, California, United States of America

How this role fits you

About the employer

Palo Alto Medical Foundation

On your path

Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.

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