RN - West Valley Main OR/GI
- UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine
- West Hills, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job Description
Under minimal supervision, function primarily as a scrub and/or circulating nurse within the Main Operating Room, MPU-GI Lab and Procedural rooms. In depth knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical instrumentation, and perioperative procedures. Administrative and teaching responsibilities to be performed as necessary, including inventory, instrument set ups and chart reviews. Strong critical thinking, problem solving and time management skills. Implement appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis, relevant to an operating room arena, MPU and procedural areas. Inherent duties includes, but not limited to, proper care of instrumentation and equipment, utilization of all safety measures and accurate completion of documentation. Commitment to patient safety and infection control protocol
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We're seeking a highly, self-motivated nursing professional who is ready to join our team with:
- Current valid California RN License
- BSN or MSN required
- 2 years of previous OR/GI RN experience (circulating and tech experience in hospital setting preferred)
- BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart association required
- ACLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Flexible and able to take required call.
- Ability to push, pull, lift, up to 35 lbs
At UCLA Health and the David Geffen School of Nursing, you’ll be able to reimagine your career as you transform each life you touch. Our nursing culture is built on a strong foundation that includes:
● Evidence-Based Practice and Research Development
● Inclusive and engaging workplace
● Highly collaborative clinical teams
● Cutting-edge surgical services
● Multiple support services to streamline your work
In addition, our Center for Nursing Excellence, state-of-the-art technology, shared governance, recognition programs, and more, will equip you to go even further in your nursing practice. It’s no wonder we’ve achieved Magnet® status multiple times in multiple locations. If you’re ready to advance your nursing career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our system of five award-winning hospitals and more than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California. We have openings in these nursing specialties:
● Critical Care
● Med/Surg
● Perinatal
● Pediatric
● Perioperative
● Emergency Medicine
● Neuropsychiatric
● Ambulatory/Transplant
No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, you’ll be living the dream thanks to all the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations.