RN Charge Nurse

Scripps Encinitas Surgery Center is seeking a RN Charge Nurse to join our Team!

As the Operating Room Charge Nurse, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the OR, ensuring the highest quality patient care, promoting team efficiency, and fostering a positive environment. You will act as a clinical resource for staff, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities :

• Coordinate and oversee patient care in the operating room
• Act as a mentor and resource for the OR team
• Assist in the OR as needed
• Facilitate communication between surgical staff, anesthesiologists, and other departments
• Support adherence to safety and infection control protocols
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures to optimize OR efficiency
• Communicate with physicians to resolve equipment or instrument issues by coordinating ordering or getting repairs done.
• Communicate with vendors and representatives for supplies, equipment or instruments that are needed for cases.
• Works closely with Materials and Sterile Processing Dept to coordinate supplies & instrument needs.
• Preparing and administering annual evaluations
• Prepare schedules in the afternoon for next day.
• Coordinates and assists in Performance Improvement Projects.

Qualifications :

Hourly Wage Range : $50.00 - $65.00 / hour

Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an employee’s qualifications and experience.

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