Pre-OP/OR/PACU Registered Nurse (Part-Time)

Pre-OP/OR/PACU Registered Nurse (Part-Time)

DLV ASC - 3.0

Thousand Oaks, CA Job Details Part-time $55 - $62 an hour 22 hours ago Qualifications RN License BLS Certification ACLS Certification Full Job Description

JOB TITLE

Perioperative Registered Nurse

BUSINESS UNIT UVP DEPARTMENT DLV REPORTS TO

Director of Nursing

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt SUMMARY The Perioperative Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients throughout the perioperative continuum including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-anesthesia care. This role supports a safe, efficient, and patient-centered surgical environment in alignment with physician orders, facility policies, and regulatory standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide nursing care to surgical patients in pre-operative, intra-operative, and PACU settings. Plan, prioritize, and coordinate patient care needs throughout the surgical process. Prepare operating rooms, including setup of instrumentation and surgical supplies. Assist physicians during surgical procedures as appropriate. Perform accurate surgical counts and ensure compliance with safety protocols. Document nursing activities in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements. Demonstrate and maintain aseptic technique and infection control standards. Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. Serve as a clinical resource for complex decision-making and individualized care planning. Foster teamwork and effective communication among clinical staff. Adhere to Universal Protocol, Patient Bill of Rights, and Joint Commission standards. Seek guidance and escalate concerns appropriately when patient safety issues arise.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to provide safe, high-quality nursing care to surgical patients in pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-anesthesia (PACU) settings Ability to assess patient condition, identify clinical priorities, and respond appropriately to changes in patient status Strong critical-thinking and clinical decision-making skills Ability to follow physician orders, facility protocols, and regulatory standards Ability to perform perioperative nursing functions, including patient preparation, monitoring, documentation, and recovery care Ability to maintain aseptic technique and adhere to infection control standards Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced surgical environment Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary surgical team Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and patient safety standards

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program required Current experience in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) and/or operating room preferred Minimum of one (1) year of perioperative, OR, or surgical nursing experience preferred Ophthalmology experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California required Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification required