Perioperative RN: Expert In OR Safety & Patient Care

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California (USC) seeks a skilled Perioperative Registered Nurse to support preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative patient care. The role requires knowledge of sterile technique, SBAR handoffs, and coordination of care across disciplines, with emphasis on patient safety and documentation in Cerner.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN and California RN license, with 1 year OR experience and 2 years outpatient surgery exposure.

Qualifications

• BSN required and RN licensure in California
• 1 year operating room nursing experience in an acute care setting
• 2 years recent outpatient surgery experience

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative nursing care across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases
• Maintain sterile field and adherence to safety standards including Universal Protocol and SBAR communications
• Document patient care, charges, implants, and pathology in Cerner; update preference cards as needed
• Participate in hospital PI activities and professional practice development

Skills

English proficiency

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

University of Southern California (USC) seeks a skilled Perioperative Registered Nurse to support preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative patient care. The role requires knowledge of sterile technique, SBAR handoffs, and coordination of care across disciplines, with emphasis on patient safety and documentation in Cerner.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN and California RN license, with 1 year OR experience and 2 years outpatient surgery exposure.