Registered Nurse I/II/III MC/CHC - Operating Room
County of Riverside
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Job summary
Riverside University Health System Medical Center in Moreno Valley, CA, seeks Registered Nurse I/II/III MC/CHC for the Operating Room. The RN will scrub and circulate a variety of surgical cases and support trauma, robotics, orthopedics, and other services.
Licensure includes a California RN license and BLS certification. The position offers a 4/10 schedule with on-call requirements and competitive hourly pay with specialty differentials.
Qualifications
- Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California (CA RN license).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- RN I: Education appropriate for CA RN licensure; RN II: 1 year of acute care/clinic experience; RN III: 3 years of RN experience.
Responsibilities
- Scrub and circulate a variety of surgical cases in the OR.
- Assist physicians in treatments, exams, and operations.
- Administer medications and document treatment and progress.
- Counsel patients and families on medical information and care.
- Transcribe physician orders and maintain concise medical records.
- Participate in quality assurance reviews and act as a team leader.
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Job description
Our Operating Room Department provides 24-hour service for specialties including: Endoscopy, Ear/Nose/Throat (ENT), General and Vascular Surgery, Neurosurgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Organ Procurement through One Legacy, Orthopedics, Plastics, Urology, and Spine Surgery. The Same Day Surgery Unit supports optimum patient outcomes following surgical intervention across all specialties. RUHS brings together the latest technology and resources to provide high standards of care for patients of all ages.
The Registered Nurse will be responsible for scrubbing and circulating a variety of surgical cases, including Trauma, Robotics, Orthopedics, General Surgery, OB/GYN, Plastics and other services.
- A valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- A valid and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
4/10, Hours: 6:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
On-Call Requirement: On-call coverage may be required during the week, weekends, and holidays.
The schedule is subject to change based on operational needs. See Schedule, Overtime, Standby/On-Call, and Travel Obligations under APPLICATION INFORMATION for details.
Registered Nurse I MC/CHC: $42.4708 - $59.4772 per hour
Registered Nurse II MC/CHC: $45.7530 - $70.8141 per hour
Registered Nurse III MC/CHC: $53.1735 - $80.2448 per hour
- Specialty Care: $2.50/hour
The Specialty Care differential will be applied following completion of required specialty training, attainment of all necessary certifications, and departmental determination that the employee is authorized to work independently.
At Riverside University Health System Medical Center, nursing is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in a vibrant and diverse community. Nationally recognized for its forward-thinking and innovative approach to patient care, RUHS Medical Center is also a proud teaching hospital and one of the top employers in the region.
Our 439-bed facility is a designated Level I Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and home to the region’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Here, you’ll gain valuable experience across a wide range of specialties, including trauma care, stroke, pediatrics, and critical care.
We are committed to your professional growth, offering continuous education, training, and career development programs in a collaborative, supportive, and rewarding environment. Whether you’re an experienced nurse or just starting your career, RUHS Medical Center provides unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Could you see yourself making a difference here?
Discover more about RUHS Medical Center at www.ruhealth.org
- Assess, plan organize, and provide nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with physician instructions; make preliminary observations of patients and prepare patients for medical treatment.
- Assist physicians in administering treatments and in performing medical examinations, diagnostic test and surgical operations.
- Administer or dispense prescribed treatment and medications to patients as directed; chart treatment and dispensing to patients; record and report significant changes in condition and general progress of patients.
- Counsel and advise patients, families and significant others regarding special medical problems and/or proper healthcare methods; prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports.
- Instruct patients in carrying out physician's orders; transcribe physician's orders to working records.
- Participate in quality assurance reviews; act as a team leader.
Education: Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. (A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field may be required for some positions.)
Experience: None required.
Knowledge of: The theory, techniques and practices of professional nursing; common medical terminology; hospital and/or healthcare procedures and equipment; the purposes and effects of medicine and narcotics.
Ability to: Skillfully perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities; follow oral and written procedures; maintain concise and complete records and reports; plan and organize nursing plans; establish and maintain effective relationships with physicians, patients, and co-workers.
Education: Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. (A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field may be required for some positions.)
Experience: Equivalent to one year of full-time experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care hospital, clinic outpatient setting, or healthcare agency program. Experience gained as an Interim Permit Nurse may be credited toward meeting the required experience. Evaluations and references must show proficiency of practice as a Registered Nurse.
Knowledge of: Current principles, techniques and procedures used in professional nursing; medical terminology and patient care routine appropriate to clinical setting; medical instruments and equipment; the uses and effects of medicines and narcotics; community resources available to provide patient care and follow-up; federal, state and local laws and regulations governing professional aspects of nursing; identification of potential discharge needs; payor source documentation requirements and governmental regulations affecting reimbursement.
Ability to: Perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities in a patient care setting; plan and organize nursing plans for patients; prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, patients, and fellow employees; assist in the instruction of entry-level nurses and ancillary personnel; evaluate the medical records of hospital admissions; make recommendations regarding continued stay necessity; identify discharge needs.
Education: Successful completion of the education required to obtain a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. (A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a health-related field may be required for some positions.)
Experience: Three (3) years of full time experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care facility. (A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or a national certification in a nursing specialty may be considered as a substitution for one year of the required experience. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing may be considered as a substitution for two years of the required experience.)
Knowledge of: Current principles, techniques and procedures used in professional nursing; medical terminology and patient care routine appropriate to clinical setting; medical instruments and equipment; the uses and effects of medicines and narcotics; community resources available to provide patient care and follow-up; federal, state and local laws and regulations governing professional aspects of nursing; identification of potential discharge needs; payor source documentation requirements and governmental regulations affecting reimbursement.
Ability to: Perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities in a patient care setting; plan and organize nursing plans for patients; prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, patients and fellow employees; secure the cooperation of employees to work effectively together; assist in the instruction of entry-level nurses and ancillary personnel; keep abreast of developments in area of nursing specialization; evaluate the medical records of hospital admissions; make recommendations regarding continued stay necessity; identify discharge needs.
- License: Must possess and maintain a current, valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Certificate: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.
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