Registered Nurse

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Registered Nurse Full Time Cathedral City, CA, US 7 days ago Requisition ID: 1422 Salary Range: $52.00 To $53.00 Hourly Lifekind Health is looking for a full-time Registered Nurse at our Surgery Center in Cathedral City. As a Perioperative RN, you will play a vital role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate care across the surgical continuum. You will support patients before, during, and after procedures while collaborating closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Your expertise directly impacts patient safety, surgical outcomes, and overall clinic efficiency. Our mission is to bring care that’s whole, human, and healing. Blending medical, behavioral, and lifestyle support into a single plan because restoring life takes more than a prescription. At Lifekind Health we strive every day to live up to that definition by providing the best care possible for our complex patient population. Our team of medical doctors, psychologists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and dietitians work together within a revolutionary transdisciplinary model that addresses the quadruple aim of healthcare: enhancing patient experience, improving patient health, reducing healthcare costs, and increasing employee satisfaction. Learn more about us at . Pre-Operative (Pre-Op) Responsibilities: Perform patient intake, verification, and comprehensive nursing assessments (vitals, history, allergies, medications) Review and verify surgical consents, documentation, labs, and clearances prior to procedures Initiate IV access and prepare/administer ordered medications and fluids Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose, pregnancy tests) Provide patient and caregiver educationregardingprocedures and post-operative expectations Conduct pre-operative phone calls to review instructions, medical history, and transportation arrangements Ensureaccurateand complete chart preparation and documentation Maintain pre-op area readiness, cleanliness, and supply stocking Intra-Operative (Operating Room – Circulating Nurse) Responsibilities: Serve as circulating nurse, ensuring patientsafetyand acting as patient advocate Prepare operating room with necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies prior to procedures Verify patient identity, surgical procedure, and site using established safety protocols Assistsurgeons and scrub technicians whilemaintainingsterile field integrity Collaborate with anesthesia providers to ensure continuous monitoring and patient stability Perform surgical counts andmonitoradherence to aseptic technique Accurately document intraoperative events, medications, implants, and specimens Respond to intraoperative emergencies andinitiate appropriate protocols Receive and assess patientsimmediatelypost-procedure, includingairway, vitals, and level of consciousness Monitor and document ongoing patient status, recognizing and responding to complications Administer medications, manage IV therapy, and titrate oxygen as needed Provide pain management and patient comfort measures Educate patients and caregivers on discharge instructions and post-operative care Complete discharge documentation and conduct follow-up calls asrequired General & Operational Responsibilities: Maintain inventory and restock medications and clinical supplies Perform daily equipment and safety checks (crash cart, AED, oxygen, suction, glucometer) Conduct environmental and temperature monitoring for compliance Assist with EKGs, chart audits, scanning, and documentation compliance Prepare patient charts and surgical documentation Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment Participate in quality improvement and risk management initiativesSupport patient flow, including escorting patients and assistingwith room turnover Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications: ActiveRegistered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California Current BLS (CPR) certificationrequired; ACLSrequiredor obtained within designatedtimeframe Minimum one (1) year of perioperative, surgical, OR, or PACU nursing experience preferred Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills Knowledge of steriletechnique, infection prevention, and patient safety standards Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment At Lifekind , we believe our employees deserve the best. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join us: Comprehensive Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance options for you and your family Medical – Choice between three Cigna PPO plans (company pays 90% for employees and 50% for dependents!) Dental offered through Principal Life Insurance Company Vision offered through Principal and VSP Vision Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCSA) Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability with medical enrollment Employee Life, Spouse Life and Dependent Life 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Generous PTO Lifekind Health and Savas Software are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr