What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse III - Operating Room position at County of Santa Clara CA?
Salary : $176,544.16 - $236,620.80 Annually
Location : Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA
Job Type : Full-Time / Part-Time
Job Number : 25-S75-H1
Department : County-Wide Recruitment
Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit : 04
Description
Description
Under general supervision, to apply the theoretical concepts of the nursing profession while providing direct patient care within the parameters of established nursing policies and procedures in patient care situations required by the assigned clinical setting; to initiate and perform established nursing interventions utilizing current clinical knowledge.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Clinical Nurse III classification is expected to have the knowledge and abilities to assume charge nurse responsibility. The Clinical Nurse III classification is distinguished from the Clinical Nurse II classification in that the Clinical Nurse III performs under general supervision and is expected to identify and implement nursing interventions that have less predictable outcomes and evaluate the results of these interventions for a given patient population, whereas the Clinical Nurse II works under supervision while performing specific patient care assignments.
The Clinical Nurse III classification is distinguished from the Nurse Coordinator classification in that the Nurse Coordinator has permanent, ongoing responsibility to teach staff and organize the patient care of a specific patient population or designated clinical program.
The Clinical Nurse III classification is distinguished from the Assistant Nurse Manager classification in that the Assistant Nurse Manager has permanent, ongoing responsibility to supervise a designated nursing unit or ambulatory care clinic.
The Clinical Nurse classification series is distinguished from the Public Health Nurse classification series in that the Clinical Nurse classification series works directly with individual patients or a defined patient assignment, where patients are injured, ill, or in life-threatening situations requiring nursing interventions, whereas the Public Health Nurse works in clinics, homes, and community settings caring for the health of the population to prevent disease and improve population health.
The Clinical Nurse classification series differs from the Psychiatric Nurse classification series in that the Psychiatric Nurse classification series works in mental health hospitals and clinics providing psychiatric and nursing interventions
New Graduate Nurses do not meet the requirements for a Clinical Nurse III. Clinical Nurse III would meet the employment standards by possessing a valid California Registered Nurse license and at least three's year of Operating Room / Perioperative experience.
COVID - 19 Risk Tier - High Risk
Clinical Nurse III - Operating Room / Perioperative
Operating Room / Perioperative departments in each hospital include :
O'Connor Hospital - Operating Room
St. Louise Regional Hospital - Operating Room
Valley Medical Center - Operating Room
A successful candidate would possess a valid BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification.
Better Health for All!
The County of Santa Clara owns and operates a Hospitals and Clinics Delivery System that includes Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, O'Connor Hospital, and St. Louise Regional Hospital.
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center - 731 bed tertiary level acute care hospital providing the highest level of adult and pediatric emergency medical and trauma services, a regional high risk Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, an ACS-verified Burn Trauma Center, a Primary Stroke Center, a CARF-accredited Rehabilitation Center, emergency and acute inpatient psychiatric services, as well as a range of other specialized services - in some cases the only such treatment in the region.
O'Connor Hospital - 358-bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty programs to more than 1 million residents of San Jose. O'Connor Hospital was founded in 1889 as one of the first hospitals in Santa Clara County.
St. Louise Regional Hospital - 93-bed acute care facility affectionately known as South County's community hospital, is a Designated Primary Stroke Center, and is the only acute care hospital in the area. Located in Gilroy, St. Louise is one of the largest employers in the community.
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Typical Tasks
The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.
Assessment
- Analyzes and validates data taken from interviews of patients; revises assessments based on observation of patient behaviors;
- Identifies common recurrent patient problems, symptoms, and behavioral changes in relation to standards of care and individual patient needs;
- Assesses the needs of a specific patient population by making purposeful rounds, participating in clinical conferences, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare team members;
- Assesses the competencies of personnel assigned to a specific patient group;
- Assesses the need for development of standards of care for a specific patient population;
- Assesses the numbers and levels of personnel needed to provide nursing care for a specific patient population.
Planning
Implementation
Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities :
Three (3) years of full-time Registered Nurse (RN) experience, of which one (1) year must have been within the last three (3) years, in an accredited hospital, clinic, or healthcare setting.
One (1) year of full-time RN experience, within the last three (3) years, in the nursing specialty area. A nursing specialty is a field of nursing that focuses on either a particular patient population or a health condition.
Possession of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and possession of a nationally recognized certification in a specialty area is preferred.
Special Requirements
o Basic Life Saving Certification (BLS)
o Advance Cardiovascular Life Saving Certification (ACLS)
o Other identified specialty area certification(s) for specialty patient populations at appointment, as required.
Knowledge of :
Ability to :
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements may include :
The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more
The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.
In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.
Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.
Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial / legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.
Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.
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Do you have an active California Registered Nurse License without restrictions?
If you have an active California RN license, please indicate RN license number and expiration date.
What is your highest level of Nursing Education?
Is your ACLS certification current
If you have a current ACLS certification, please indicate Agency that issued it, date it was issued and expiration date. If not applicable, indicate N / A.
Is your PALS certification current?
If you have a current PALS certification, please indicate Agency that issued it, date it was issued and expiration date. If not applicable, indicate N / A.
List all active National and International nursing certifications. Indicate the first year certified. If not applicable, indicate N / A
Indicate which hospital in the County of Santa Clara Health System you are willing to work.
Indicate which unit you are willing to work within the OR Competency Area
Indicate the commitment you are willing to work (Check all that apply.)
Select all the shifts you are willing to work.
Have you completed a Perioperative Training Program?
If you have completed an OR / Perioperative training course, indicate the date completed and the hospital where the training occurred. If not applicable, indicate "N / A".
Do you have 3 or more years of inpatient acute care RN experience in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care hospital?
Do you have 3 or more years of Operating Room / Perioperative RN experience in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care Hospital?
Do you have recent (1 year in the last 3 years) Operating Room / Perioperative RN experience in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care hospital?
Indicate number of years working as a RN in the Operating Room / Perioperative competency area.
Indicate your Operating Room (OR / ASU) RN experience in a Joint Commission Accredited acute care hospital :
Indicate your Operating Room RN experience in an Outpatient Surgery Center :
Do you have recent RN experience (1 year in the last 3 years) in a teaching hospital?
Indicate the location of your current RN nursing role
Are you currently working as a Perioperative nurse?
Describe the patient populations you are currently involved in providing RN care.
Do you have experience working in the Pre-Operative area within the last two years?
Do you have experience Administering Procedural Sedation for procedures within the past 2 years?
Do you have experience working in the Post Anesthesia Recovery area with the last two years?
Do you have surgical scrub experience as an RN or as a surgical technician?
Describe your experience scrubbing specialty procedures. Which specialty areas? If no experience, indicate N / A.
Do you have experience circulating specialty procedures?
Describe your experience circulating specialty procedures. Which specialty areas? If no experience, indicate N / A
Do you have experience with circulating / scrubbing Robotic surgeries?
If yes, list the Robotic procedure types. If no experience, indicate N / A.
Do you have experience with an electronic health records system?
Indicate type of electronic health record software you have experience using
Do you have experience working in a County health care system?
Do you have charge nurse experience?
Describe your charge nurse experience. If not applicable, indicate N / A.
Do you have experience as a preceptor?
Describe your preceptor experience. If not applicable, indicate N / A.
Do you have committee or project experience as a RN?
Describe your committee or project experience as a RN. If not applicable, indicate N / A.
What have you done to expand your professional role in your current position? If not applicable, indicate N / A.
How did you find out about this job?
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Salary : $176,544 - $236,621
