Charge RN Operating Room

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN Operating Room Charge Nurse to join their vibrant team in Walnut Creek. In this pivotal role, you will supervise Operating Room staff, ensuring seamless case flow and effective communication with physicians and vendors. Your expertise will help maintain high standards of patient care and operational efficiency in a fast-paced multi-specialty environment. With a focus on quality and teamwork, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the surgical field while enjoying a supportive workplace culture. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to lead, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign On Bonus of $5,000

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Continuing education support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of surgical experience with supervisory skills preferred.
• Current CA RN License and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Operating Room staff for smooth case flow and scheduling.
• Coordinate inventory and supplies, ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Independent decision making

Excellent communication

Prioritization

Operating Room nursing skills

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing school

Baccalaureate degree (preferred)

Tools

Kronos time keeping program

MIDAS data entry

Job description

Bass Surgery Center is offering a $5,000.00 Sign On Bonus

Bass Surgery Center in Walnut Creek is searching for a RN Operating Room Charge Nurse to join our family. Bass Surgery Center is a fast-paced multi-specialty ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supervises the Operating Room staff to provide a daily smooth flow of cases.
• Assists in coordination of daily case scheduling in the Operating Room with other staff to ensure schedule will flow smoothly (O.R. & X-Ray).
• Prepares monthly call schedules.
• Prepare, coordinate and perform monthly Operating Room staff meetings for all Operating Room, Radiology, and Anesthesia Techs.
• Communicate effectively with physicians to resolve issues and provide efficiency and smooth case flow.
• Orders instruments and equipment for cases.
• Coordinate inventory quarterly in all areas of the Operating Room.
• Assists with Operating Room education by coordinating and/or giving in-services.
• Prepare schedules in the afternoon for next day.
• Supervise the evening shift which includes coordination of the staff for case completions of the day and setting up for the next day. This also includes Radiology.
• Communicate with physicians to resolve equipment or instrument issues by coordinating ordering or getting repairs done.
• Communicate with vendors and representatives for supplies, equipment or instruments that are needed for cases.
• Works closely with Materials and Sterile Processing Dept to coordinate supplies & instrument needs.
• Preparing and administering annual evaluations.
• Works closely with manager with hiring and orienting Operating Room staff members.
• Helps in revising and preparing policies that relate to O.R. functions.
• Assistance in maintaining compliance for Joint Commission surveys.
• Enters company data collections and observations with company EDGE.
• MIDAS data entry.
• Enters data into Kronos time keeping program.
• Assistance with staff counseling as necessary.
• Coordinates and assists in Performance Improvement Projects.

Pay Range: $52.00 - $75.00 / hour
Wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.

Required Skills

Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited school or professional nursing.
• Baccalaureate degree preferred or work related experience.
• Three (3) years experience in surgery.
• Supervisory experience of at least 1 - 2 year/s preferred.
• Current CA RN License.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS required.
• Independent decision making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, physicians, patients, families and vendors.

1. Knowledgeable of hospital policies and procedures specific to the operating room.
2. Clinically proficient in Operating Room nursing skills, demonstrating knowledge of the developmental needs of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Bass Surgery Center complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date.