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Astrana Health, Inc. • Tustin, CA

9d • $51 - $76 • Onsite

About The Position

The Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care throughout the surgical experience. Utilizing the nursing process, the Perioperative RN assesses, plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates care for patients undergoing operative and invasive procedures. This role serves as a vital member of the surgical team, ensuring optimal patient outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence, safety, and compassionate care. Serving Tustin, Santa Ana and other surrounding communities, Foothill Regional Medical Center is a fully accredited acute care hospital, licensed for 177 beds—120 beds for general acute care, 15 intensive care beds and 42 pediatric sub-acute beds. Our surgeons are supported by state-of-the-art robotics.

Requirements

• Active, current, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• At least one (1) year of Operating Room knowledge and experience as a Registered Nurse, or successful completion of an approved Perioperative Services training program.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including on-call shifts, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and maintain composure in a fast-paced and ever-changing healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification.
• Bilingual skills with the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care to surgical patients.
• Perform patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
• Function as a scrub nurse and/or circulating nurse during surgical procedures.
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic technique and infection prevention standards.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe and effective surgical care.
• Advocate for patient safety and quality outcomes throughout the perioperative continuum.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and patient-focused surgical environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree