Clinical Nurse C-UH: Operating Room

Job Summary: The Clinical Nurse C demonstrates competency in prescreening patients prior to procedures requiring general anesthesia or monitored anesthesia care. Facilitates coordination of care and communication among the healthcare team to achieve optimal surgical outcome. Works closely with the surgeon offices to retrieve pre-operative tests (EKGs, Labs, Chest X-ray) results, history and physical, current medications, allergies, and other pertinent information related to diagnosis, type of surgery and comorbidities. Identifies potential issues that could possibly result in a negative surgical outcome, delay or cancellation of surgery. Provides education about surgery and recovery process to the patient, family or caregiver prior to surgery as appropriate. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) independently and in accordance with LLUMC established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness. Functions within the expectations of an accomplished professional nurse and meets nursing excellence standards to maintain Magnet Recognition as outlined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Inspires and adopts the transformation of evidence into point-of-care practice to optimize patient outcomes. Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required for external hires. Exception(s) may be granted as follows: 1) if currently enrolled in a nursing bridge program (AS degree to DNP degree), proof of 25% program completion required. Exception to completion date may be granted for extenuating circumstances; 2) if employed in a LLUH entity with an Associate or Diploma Degree at time of application, AS or Diploma degree is acceptable. Minimum three years of nursing experience required. Demonstrates advanced competencies and knowledge in pre-anesthesia consultation and education, procedural and perianesthesia nursing. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in the specialty practice of procedural and perianesthesia nursing. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required. Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work independently with minimal supervision; distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position. Licensures and Certifications: Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001. Loma Linda University Medical Center is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.