Preop/PACU RN providing direct patient care. Surgical services include orthopedic, general surgery, gynecology, podiatry, pain, ophthalmology, and endoscopy.
Required Qualifications
Valid California RN license
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care) experience of 2 years, including experience within the last year
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
Onboarding Requirements
Background: 7-year background check, completed within 6 months of start, plus a sex offender search, EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks, and a FACIS Level 3 search within 2 weeks of start. Employment history covering 7 years with no gaps is required.
Licensure verification: Primary source online license verification and NURSYS verification, both within 30 days of start.
Health: Physical exam within 1 year of start, a negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start, and a TB questionnaire within 90 days of start. A negative TB test (QuantiFERON or T-SPOT within 90 days, or two PPDs) or a negative chest X-ray is also required.
Immunizations: Documentation of Tdap, MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), hepatitis B, and varicella, plus annual seasonal flu vaccination or declination. Religious and medical exemptions may be considered.
Respiratory protection: Fit test within 1 year of start, renewed annually, and a color vision exam completed in person by a licensed provider before start.
Competency: Competency exam with a minimum passing score of 80% (or the Angoff score if higher), plus a unit-specific skills checklist.
References: 2 professional references within 3 years of hire.
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Sutter Lakeside Hospital
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