RN, Pre/Post Operative Nurse (Per Diem) - Bakersfield

Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pre/Post Operative Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background and demonstrate exceptional patient care skills. The Pre/Post Operative Nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care, ensuring patient safety, and promoting health education. Partnered with Sante Health Partners, we specialize in providing high-quality, same-day surgical care in a state-of-the-art, patient-centered environment. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Pre/Post Operative Nurse to join our expert team, ensuring seamless operations in the operating room and exceptional patient care. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for patient's admission and pre-operative care; holistic preparation for surgery, considering all needs, including pre-operative education, escort/family members, psychosocial needs, and acting under established protocols, practices, and standing orders Coordinates pre-operative lab work required for individual patients, documenting and reporting pertinent results Responsible for the patient's post-operative care and stabilization; holistic preparation for return to the home environment, considering all needs, including post-discharge care, escort/family members, educational and psychosocial needs, and acting under established protocols, practices, and standing orders Performs thorough and accurate continual patient assessment, anticipating potential problems and reporting pertinent assessments to the anesthesiologist, supervisor, and/or surgeon appropriately Documents actions in medical record completely and accurately in a timely manner Keeps safety of patient, self, and others a primary concern at all times; acts appropriately in an emergency situation Acts as discharge nurse when assigned, giving holistic and thorough discharge education Demonstrates good nursing knowledge base and rationale for actions, including cardiac monitoring Supervises and directs, as delegated, the activities of non-professional personnel Utilizes equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently, assisting with stocking, replenishing, and preparation of supplies Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisors Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Nursing (preferred). Minimum of 1 year of experience in an operating room or relevant clinical setting. Valid California RN license. Maintains current CPR certification and any advanced certifications Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including booster). Locations: 2080 Century Park E Suite 1111, Los Angeles, CA 90067 5400 Balboa Boulevard Suite 111, Encino, CA 91316 20162 SW Birch St #100, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Bakersfield: Bakersfield Surgical Center, 3550 Q St. Ste. 104, Bakersfield, California, 93301 Why Join Us? Sante Health Partners is accredited by QUAD A and licensed by the California Department of Public Health, ensuring top-notch safety and care. You'll work alongside a team of surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists who are passionate about delivering cutting-edge procedures and personalized care. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in patients' lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sante Health Partners