JOB SUMMARY:

The RN renders collaborative nursing care via the defined department Method of Practice, to a caseload of
patients for an assigned shift in accordance to the medical staff practitioner’s treatment plan, nursing standards of care/practice and professional code of ethics. The RN is committed to promoting the health potential of the patient (body-mind-spirit) through the implementation of the nursing process. Demonstrates ability to delegate
appropriately and direct staff in the coordination and delivery of care; assumes responsibility for the appropriate utilization of care resources; demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with others in problem
resolution, is sensitive to the needs of patients, families, and fellow employees.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to Perioperative Services Director of Nursing
• Reports indirectly to the House Supervisor and other management covering the department.
• Takes daily direction from the Coordinator of Surgery/Anesthesia/CSP
• May be given direction by the Manager of OP/PACU
• Collaborates with all members of the Health Care Team in the coordination of patient care.
• Delegates and directs assigned shift caseload team which may be comprised of RN and ST.
• In absence of Coordinator, takes daily direction from an assigned Shift Charge RN (Board Runner).
• When working as Surgery RN delegates and directs assigned shift caseload team which may be comprised of RN and ST.

Qualifications:

1. Graduate of School of Nursing

2. CurrentCalifornia State License as a Registered Nurse required

3. BSN/BA preferred

4. Possess a minimum of one year current operating room experience (preferred)

5. BLS within one month of hire and on-going

6. ACLS and PALS within six months of hire and on-going

7. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to instruct /comfort patients /families; to maintain
effective communication / contact and healthcare team members.

8. Analytical skills necessary in order to prioritize workload and prepare nursing care plans,
implement effective nursing care and develop solutions to problems concerning patients’ body, mind, and spirit.

9. Basic Computer knowledge including: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and intranet.

10. Ability to learn Computer software programs applicable to patient care and operations process. Must be able to understand, read, and write English clearly