Covenant Physician Partners is hiring a Fulltime Registered Nurse at Med-Laser Surgical Center located in Montebello, CA.

The schedule for this role is Monday - Thursday / 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

The compensation range for this role is $40-42/hourly. 

About the Opportunity

Under general direction from Center Manager, the Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care through assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation of the patient. The registered nurse is responsible for delivering safe, knowledgeable, compassionate, educative and individualized nursing care to patients and families. If there is a non-clinical Center Manager in place, then nursing services reports directly to the Director of Nursing (DON) and is under the general direction from the DON. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs patient preparation, including but not limited to: review of medical history, acquisition of appropriate consents, measuring vital signs, starting IV, administering medications, glucometer/similar testing and setting up appropriate monitors. Verifies that essential equipment is functioning properly each day. Assesses and monitors patients before, after and throughout all phases of care, demonstrating competency with all monitoring equipment.  Identifies the patient and correct procedural intervention according to policy/procedure and communicates such information to all members of the surgical team. Transports and positions patients observing policies/procedures, safety requirements, and patient needs.  Documents patient care records and other forms accurately following policies and procedures.  Maintains patient safety, and ensures a clean, orderly environment throughout the Center.  Accurately comprehends and interprets verbal orders/directions Addresses individual patient needs, and completes all pre and post-op physician orders. Adheres to CDC Bodily Fluid precautions and infectious waste disposal according to policy.  Monitors compliance with principles of aseptic technique according to accepted standards  Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management Conducts pre and post-procedure orientation and instruction of patient and/or patient’s family, communicating a positive and caring attitude. Provides verbal and written discharge criteria. Delegates activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members Conducts pre and post-procedure telephone interviews. Performs other duties as requested or assigned. Engages in various clerical and recordkeeping duties as needed. Demonstrated knowledge of potential exposure to hazardous materials (i.e. patient body fluids, disinfectant chemicals) and location of SDS sheets. Participates in the QAPI and Safety Program.

About the Candidate

Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Current State of California RN license. Three years of clinical experience in surgery or procedure healthcare including demonstrated knowledge of sterile technique is preferred Bilingual in English / Spanish is required. Experience in an Ophthalmology ASC is highly preferred. BLS certification, ACLS certification. Positive attitude. Willing and able to cross-train as Circulating RN as needed. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated computer literacy. OR, OPSU, PACU experience preferred but not required.

 What We Offer

Generous paid time off in addition to national holidays, two floating holidays, and a birthday holiday Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance after 30 days of employment Voluntary employee and dependent life plans Short and Long-term disability Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account eligibility Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity insurance $250 of professional development funds provided every year Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually Free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program Invest in your future with a company match on your 401k Associate discounts at major retailers such as Amazon Prime, Costco, and Sam’s Club Travel discounts with Hertz and Liberty Mutual Verizon Wireless discounts Free legal assistance through RocketLawyer Pet Insurance RN.com subscription reimbursement Access to our free mental wellness program – Sibly

Covenant Physician Partners is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Covenant does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.