Charge Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Charge Registered Nurse specializing in the Operating Room (OR) to lead and coordinate perioperative nursing care. In this vital role, you will oversee surgical teams, ensure adherence to sterile techniques, and facilitate seamless patient flow through various surgical procedures. Your leadership will foster a safe, efficient, and compassionate environment for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical interventions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact patient outcomes positively while working within a collaborative healthcare setting committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the OR team, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety during all surgical procedures.
• Coordinate preoperative assessments, ensuring comprehensive patient evaluations including vital signs, medical history, and current medications.
• Oversee aseptic techniques and infection control protocols to maintain sterile environments in accordance with facility policies and CDC guidelines.
• Follow AORN standards for care of the operating room patients.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to plan, prepare, and execute surgical cases efficiently.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all surgical procedures, patient assessments, and intraoperative events using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Facilitate emergency response protocols within the OR setting.

Requirements

• Valid California RN license.
• Extensive OR experience with demonstrated proficiency in surgical nursing
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a multidisciplinary team effectively.
• Excellent patient assessment skills including vital signs monitoring, diagnostic evaluation, and specimen collection/processing.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse patient populations. Join us in delivering exceptional surgical care that transforms lives! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise makes a real difference empowering you to grow professionally while providing compassionate patient-centered care across all levels of the healthcare spectrum.

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and ensures its employment decisions comply with principles embodied in Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Executive Order 11246, Revised Order Number 4, and applicable state regulations.

Pay: $62.00 - $78.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

• OR: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person