Lead Operating Room Nurse — Patient-Centered Team Leader

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center in California seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to lead a healthcare team and provide professional nursing care in alignment with hospital standards and policies.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, adherence to safety practices, and high-quality patient care across diabetic, surgical, and acute settings. It requires effective communication with patients, families, and the care team to ensure outcomes.

Qualifications

• One year recent (within the last 3 years) full-time equivalent experience in an acute hospital Operating Room or Surgicenter.
• Ability to scrub as required.
• Current Registered Nurse License (California) and Basic Life Support from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care using the nursing process per established standards.
• Lead and mentor the health care team and ensure patient safety.
• Develop and update individualized care plans with multidisciplinary input.
• Ensure accurate documentation and effective communication with patients and families.
• Meet regulatory requirements and participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical nursing

Patient care

Job description

Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center in California seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to lead a healthcare team and provide professional nursing care in alignment with hospital standards and policies.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, adherence to safety practices, and high-quality patient care across diabetic, surgical, and acute settings. It requires effective communication with patients, families, and the care team to ensure outcomes.