Charge RN-L3 (Operating Room)

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Charge RN for the Operating Room in Los Angeles. You will lead the healthcare team, direct staffing, and coordinate operations to ensure high-quality patient care in a safe environment.

The role emphasizes mentorship and adherence to standards while supporting staff in a busy surgical setting. Ideal candidates will have 1 year of acute hospital OR experience, California RN licensure, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited or NLN approved RN program.
• 1-year recent experience in an acute hospital OR, circulating on a variety of surgical procedures in multiple specialties.
• Current Registered Nurse License in California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, review, assign, and organize the work of at least three employees, including another Registered Nurse.
• Provide professional leadership and direction to maintain efficient delivery of patient care.
• Coordinate departmental operations and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Act as a resource, preceptor, and mentor to new employees and team members.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and standards of practice.
• Participate in activities related to patient flow, including admission and discharge processes.
• Conduct audits to ensure thorough documentation of assessments and care plans.
• Adjust staffing needs to assure quality patient care and safety.
• Act as a role model for staff in providing exceptional patient care experiences.
• Participate in resource allocation and assist with staffing and workflow management.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

Mentoring

Education

RN program graduation

Job description

About This Role

The Charge RN in the Operating Room leads the healthcare team, coordinating departmental operations to ensure quality patient care in a safe environment. This role is ideal for experienced nurses looking to take on leadership responsibilities while supporting staff and enhancing patient care.

Highlights

• Pay: $64 - $82/hour
• Location: Los Angeles, CA
• Facility: Los Angeles Medical Center
• Schedule: Full-time, Day shift

What You'll Do

• Direct, review, assign, and organize the work of at least three employees, including another Registered Nurse.
• Provide professional leadership and direction to maintain efficient delivery of patient care.
• Coordinate departmental operations and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Act as a resource, preceptor, and mentor to new employees and team members.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and standards of practice.
• Participate in activities related to patient flow, including admission and discharge processes.
• Conduct audits to ensure thorough documentation of assessments and care plans.
• Adjust staffing needs to assure quality patient care and safety.
• Act as a role model for staff in providing exceptional patient care experiences.
• Participate in resource allocation and assist with staffing and workflow management.

Requirements

Education

• Graduation from an accredited or NLN approved RN program.

Experience

• 1-year recent experience in an acute hospital OR, circulating on a variety of surgical procedures in multiple specialties.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse License in California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They strive to create a fair, respectful, and inclusive workplace, ensuring that all applicants are considered without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.