Staff Nurse II Short Hour - Operating Room

Kaiser Permanente; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a Staff Nurse II in the Operating Room to provide comprehensive patient care during surgical procedures. This role suits experienced nurses who value patient advocacy, teamwork, and high standards of clinical excellence.

You will perform assessments, develop care plans, implement and coordinate care, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe, timely procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• One year of recent RN experience in an acute hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and data collection on patient status.
• Formulate goal-directed plans of care.
• Implement care consistently and skillfully.
• Set priorities based on patient needs.
• Address patient/family learning needs.
• Respect patient/family rights and cultural beliefs.
• Provide and coordinate care for patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members.
• Delegate and coordinate duties of team members.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided by the team.

Job description

About This Role

The Staff Nurse II in the Operating Room is a professional caregiver responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients during surgical procedures. This role is ideal for experienced nurses who thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to patient advocacy and teamwork.

Highlights

• Pay: $112 - $133/hour
• Location: Walnut Creek, CA
• Facility: Walnut Creek Hospital
• Schedule: Full Time, Short Hour (Day shift)

What You'll Do

• Perform assessment/data collection focusing on various patient statuses.
• Formulate goal-directed plans of care.
• Implement care consistently and skillfully.
• Establish priorities based on patient needs and available resources.
• Identify and address patient/family learning needs.
• Demonstrate awareness of patient/family rights and cultural beliefs.
• Provide and coordinate care for patients.
• Establish effective working relationships with healthcare team members.
• Delegate and coordinate duties of healthcare team members.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care provided by the healthcare team.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program

Experience:

• One year recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute hospital setting

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current Registered Nurse License in California
• Basic Life Support certification required

About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They strive to create a fair, respectful, and inclusive workplace for all employees.