RN Educator, Perioperative Services

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service

• Progressive sign-on incentive paid over time for eligible candidates

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek

• Time and a half after 8 hrs + weekend and night differential (call pay for procedural areas)

• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS

• Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships

• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority

• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions

• Great food options with on-demand ordering

• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

Responsibilities

As part of the region’s largest health system, you will join a collaborative Perioperative Services team that supports a wide range of high‑acuity surgical specialties, including trauma, neurosurgery, orthopedics, plastics, gynecology, vascular access, oral and maxillofacial surgery and general surgery. The RN Educator, Perioperative Services plays a critical role in supporting staff across Pre‑Operative Education, Short Stay and Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit, ensuring safe, consistent, and evidence‑based perioperative care.

In this role, you will plan and coordinate orientation and onboarding for new hires and transfers, ensuring staff are prepared to safely care for high‑acuity patients across all age groups. You will design, deliver and evaluate staff education, competency fairs and ongoing learning initiatives while serving as a mentor and trusted clinical resource for nurses and ancillary staff. You will maintain hands‑on involvement in patient care to support clinical competence, regulatory compliance and credibility with perioperative teams, including providing guidance during complex or high‑risk situations. You will also lead the Unit Practice Council, collaborate with interdisciplinary partners, and support staff‑identified problem solving and performance improvement efforts.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) OR other healthcare-related Bachelor’s Degree required

Experience

• 5 years of experience in surgical and/or perioperative nursing, with demonstrated competence in various surgical specialties required

• Experience in patient and staff education development and implementation, quality improvement, program development and professional development required

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required

• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required

• Additional unit specific requirements required

Disclaimer

• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.

• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.