We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR RN) to join a dynamic surgical team in Santa Rosa. This role offers exposure to a wide variety of surgical specialties across inpatient and outpatient settings, including pre-op, intra-op, and recovery phases.
Position DetailsJob Title: Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR RN)
Location: Santa Rosa (95405)
Shift: Day Shift – 5x8 Hours (08:30 – 17:00)
Setting: Inpatient & Ambulatory/Outpatient Surgery
Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, PALS
Pre-Op, Intra-Op & Post-Op (Phase I PACU & Phase II Recovery)
Ambulatory Surgery & Inpatient OR
Pre/Post Procedure Care
General Surgery (including laparoscopic/endoscopic procedures)
ENT (e.g., tonsillectomy)
Gastrointestinal (e.g., cholecystectomy)
Genitourinary (e.g., TURP)
Gynecology (e.g., mastectomy)
Ophthalmology (e.g., cataract extraction/implant)
Orthopedics, Plastics, Podiatry, Urology, Vascular
Perform pre-op assessments and patient education
Review history & physical, administer pre-op medications
Provide discharge instructions and follow-up calls
Perform medication reconciliation and EKGs as needed
Assist in a variety of surgical procedures across specialties
Monitor patients during procedural sedation and anesthesia
Support anesthesia types including general, local, MAC, and nerve blocks
Ensure adherence to sterile technique and safety protocols
Manage endocrine conditions (hyper/hypoglycemia, insulin protocols)
Administer and monitor narcotics/opioids and reversal agents
Recognize and respond to malignant hyperthermia
Apply pain management strategies and sedation scales (RASS)
Interpret lab values and communicate critical findings
Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols
Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance
Deliver high-quality, patient-centered perioperative care
Experienced OR RN with strong perioperative skills
Comfortable working across multiple surgical specialties
Skilled in pre-op, intra-op, and PACU/recovery phases
Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Patient-focused with a commitment to safety and quality care
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative surgical environment in Santa Rosa, delivering high-quality care across a wide range of procedures.