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Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Fremont, California
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a travel/contract position in an Ambulatory Surgery Center setting. The role involves providing nursing care during pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases, assisting physicians during surgeries and procedures, and coordinating interdisciplinary patient care.

Required Qualifications

Licensure & Certification:
- Registered Nurse license in California
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of recent relevant nursing experience
- Ambulatory Surgery Center experience required
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Specialty Areas Covered

Cataracts
Pain injections
ENT
GYN
Orthopedics/Podiatry
Hand Surgeries
Plastics
General Surgery
Urology

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Planning of Patient Care

Conduct comprehensive patient and family assessments (physiological, spiritual, emotional)
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to develop and adjust patient care plans
Communicate patient care plans effectively across shifts and team members

Provision of Patient Care

Deliver competent, compassionate, and cost-effective nursing care following evidence-based practices
Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families
Delegate tasks appropriately based on scope of practice and capability
Lead surgical team in time-out process and maintain sterile technique throughout procedures
Educate patients and families, ensuring understanding through teach-back methods
Uphold patient confidentiality and comply with all relevant laws and policies
Participate in continuous professional development and quality improvement activities

Evaluation of Patient Care

Monitor and evaluate patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans accordingly
Document all patient care activities accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
Report safety events and participate in safety event analysis
Enforce infection control and sterile processing standards

Professional Support

Promote a positive team environment and provide orientation/training to new staff
Assist with supply management, patient transport, room turnover, and sterile processing

Skills and Knowledge

Strong knowledge of nursing theories, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Familiarity with healthcare industry standards, safety policies, and patient privacy regulations
Effective written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently and collaboratively, and manage interruptions
Problem-solving skills within established guidelines
Commitment to maintaining patient privacy and building collaborative relationships

Background and Compliance Requirements

7-year background check including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender search, and education verification
Annual updates required for EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and FACIS Level 3 screenings
State license verification and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
Drug screening (9-panel, excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law) within 6 months of start
Physical exam within 1 year of start
Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually
Immunizations and titers required:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray (annual renewal)
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
- Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
- Varicella immunity or vaccination
- Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-Apr) or signed declination
Completion of facility-specific regulatory and compliance documents prior to start
Employment history verification for the past 7 years with no gaps over 30 days

Additional Notes

No weekends or holidays required for this position
Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized ambulatory surgery center environment with a diverse surgical caseload, emphasizing patient-centered care and professional growth.