Ambulatory Services Nurse II, Operating Room
Santa Clara
You'll work as the circulating nurse, assisting the surgeon during operations and procedures.
Posted Oct 21
- Shift and hours
- 8-hour shifts · Day shifts · Monday through Friday Shift Hours: 8 Job Shift: Days Monday - Friday40 hours a week
- Unit and setting
- Operating Room · Ambulatory Surgery Ambulatory Services Nurse II, Operating Room
- License
- RN license RN-Registered Nurse of CaliforniaCalifornia RN license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- California RN license RN-Registered Nurse of California Check your license
- Certification
- BLS BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
- Certification
- ACLS ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider
- Certification
- PALS PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support Healthcare Provider
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Experience
- 2 years recent relevant experience Two years recent relevant experience
- Experience
- 2 years recent relevant operating room experience Two years of recent, relevant professional experience in an operating room setting, supporting surgical procedures and maintaining a high standard of patient care and safety.
- Also asks
- Basic computer skills, including Word, Outlook and EHR Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record
- Also asks
- Written and verbal communication skills for sensitive information, including with non-medical people Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
What it pays
- Pay reviews
- Starting pay depends on experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and other factors
Benefits
- BenefitsComprehensive benefits packageEligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
The role and schedule
- Union
- Non-union
- Day to day
- circulating nurse, assisting the physician during surgery and procedures Assists the physician during surgery and procedures by functioning in the circulating role.
- Weekends
- No weekend requirement Weekend Requirements: None
- Details
- Non-exempt position Position Status: Non-Exempt
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for 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?
On your path
Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.
Original listing
Posted on Sutter Bay Medical Foundation’s careers page.
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Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD
Position Overview
Accountable for the assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation during the intra operative phase 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.
Typical
Experience
Two years of recent, relevant professional experience in an operating room setting, supporting surgical procedures and maintaining a high standard of patient care and safety.
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
- PALS-Pediatric Advanced 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 Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $86.27 to $120.77 / hour The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider 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.