Oasis Surgery Center is looking for an operating room nurse to join our surgical team and assist surgeons during operations and other medical procedures. Oasis Surgery Center is located in Palmdale, CA. We are a two operating room facility. We perform Orthopedic (total joints), ophthalmology, podiatry and pain management procedures. The facility is open Monday through Friday (no weekends) and closed major holidays.

Objectives of this role

• Provide patients with perioperative care in procedure, operating, and recovery rooms
• Ensure that the operating room runs smoothly and is stocked with all necessary surgical supplies and equipment
• Develop and implement care plans for surgical patients
• Assist in the maintenance and storage of surgical equipment
• Evaluate surgical patients prior to surgery and in postoperative phases
• Communicate with patients and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of postoperative care

Responsibilities

• Apply aseptic and sterile techniques to medical instruments and equipment before, during, and after surgery
• Alleviate patients’ concerns by answering questions and providing postoperative care instructions
• Assist surgeon during procedures with duties such as passing medical equipment and monitoring patients’ vital signs
• Prepare patients for surgery by disinfecting their skin at the operation site and positioning them on the operating table
• Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards

Skills and qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures
• Highly skilled at assessing patients prior to surgery and providing them with perioperative care
• Extensive knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques
• Ability to collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals
• Solid understanding of patient health and safety standards
• Excellent organizational skills

Preferred qualifications

• Associates degree (or equivalent) in nursing and valid license relevant to country of employment
• Previous experience as a nurse providing perioperative care, or in a related role
• Capacity for providing a high level of care under pressure
• A friendly personality with outstanding patient management skills
• Cool tempered with emotional stamina
• Strong understanding of patient safety

The applicant is required to have an active RN license and current ACLS and BLS certifications and to have experience in the operating room as an RN Circulator.

We are looking to fill the position immediately. Very competitive salaries with benefits offered to a qualified candidate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Surgery

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• RN Operating Room: 1 year (Required)
• Registered Nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)
• ACLS and BLS Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Palmdale, CA 93551 (Required)

Work Location: In person