Clinical Nurse (RN) - RWC Operating Room (Full-Time, 10-Hour Rotating Shifts)

Stanford Health Care is seeking a Clinical Nurse (RN) for the Operating Room at our Redwood City location. This is a full-time position working 10-hour rotating shifts in the Perioperative Surgery Services department.

As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide direct patient care in the operating room, practicing in an evidence-based manner within the scope of practice defined by the California Nursing Practice Act. You will perform all steps of the nursing process, including assessing patients, interpreting clinical data, planning and implementing care, coordinating with other healthcare providers, and educating patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families, creating a healing environment and providing emotional support
• Obtain accurate assessment data, interpret findings, and identify nursing diagnoses
• Monitor and evaluate patient data frequently based on clinical stability
• Collaborate with the patient, family, and healthcare team to develop individualized care plans
• Implement nursing and medical interventions safely and evaluate their effectiveness
• Monitor patients for adverse responses and side effects
• Assess learning needs and teach patients and families about self-care and illness prevention
• Teach other staff members formally and informally, including roles as preceptor or super-user
• Rapidly identify problem situations and respond appropriately, activating emergency protocols as needed
• Monitor own practices and assist in monitoring others for patient and employee safety compliance
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in patient care and the work environment
• Integrate multiple requests and work expectations by setting priorities and delegating appropriately
• Contribute to team building and positive unit morale
• Utilize available technology for communication, documentation, and clinical information
• Contribute to the knowledge and skill development of nursing staff through teaching, shared governance participation, and professional activities
• Maintain current knowledge regarding the assigned patient population and professional development
• Communicate effectively in a variety of formats
• Demonstrate leadership in professional practice
• Evaluate own nursing practice in relation to professional standards and regulatory requirements

Schedule

• Full-time, 1.0 FTE
• 10-hour rotating shifts
• Note: Nurses who voluntarily agree to work weekends-only positions are not eligible for premium pay under Section 17.2

Required Qualifications

• Current California RN (Registered Nurse) license
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university

Additional Requirements

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required depending on the specific cost center
• Responsible for maintaining own licensure and current knowledge
• Frequent physical demands including lifting patients and equipment, bending, stooping, and walking
• Work environment involves moderate risks including potential exposure to contagious disease, radiation, or infection
• Category I blood-borne pathogen exposure (tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues)
• May be required to use protective clothing or gear

Compensation

• Base pay scale: Generally starting at $96.35 - $111.14 per hour
• Final salary determined based on internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training

Union Representation

This position is represented by the Committee for Recognition of Nursing Achievement (CRONA), an independent union for Registered Nurses at Stanford Health Care and Lucile Packard Children's Health Stanford.