Experienced RN — OR Training Program (March 2027 Start)

Anacalifornia; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is offering an Experienced RN - OR Training Program. You will work as a scrub and circulating nurse, delivering direct patient care using the nursing process and evidence-based practice. A BSN or MSN and CA RN license are required, with 2+ years in acute care. Interviews are virtual, and the program starts March 2027.

The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and supports research and education initiatives within the department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a BSN or MSN
• Current and valid California RN license
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross
• At least 2 years RN experience in an acute care hospital
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments and plan interventions
• Strong communication, prioritization, organization and designation skills
• Proficiency in medical/surgical terminology
• Willingness to learn scrub and circulating roles in OR

Responsibilities

• Serve as scrub and circulating nurse and provide direct patient care in the OR
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support surgical procedures
• Contribute to research and education activities within the unit
• Handle varied schedule including call assignments on nights, weekends and holidays

Skills

California RN license

BLS certification

2+ years acute care RN experience

Clinical assessment skills

Communication skills

Time management / prioritization

Medical/surgical terminology

Scrub and circulating roles learning

Education

BSN or MSN degree

Job description

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is offering an Experienced RN - OR Training Program. You will work as a scrub and circulating nurse, delivering direct patient care using the nursing process and evidence-based practice. A BSN or MSN and CA RN license are required, with 2+ years in acute care. Interviews are virtual, and the program starts March 2027.

The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and supports research and education initiatives within the department.