Registered Nurse (RN) - Perioperative in Mammoth Lakes, CA

Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Perioperative for a nursing job in Mammoth Lakes, California.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: PerioperativeDiscipline: RNDuration: Ongoing43 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: StaffThe PASS Department Registered Nurse is responsible for developing and implementing individualized plans of care based on identified medical and nursing diagnoses. Drawing on knowledge of illnesses, injuries, diseases, human behavior, and established standards of practice, the RN ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. This role works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to support a seamless preoperative process, ensuring all documentation, orders, and evaluations are completed according to the PASS Center flow model and Anesthesia Pre-Op Testing guidelines.Key Responsibilities:Communicate timely and relevant case information to anesthesia providers.Coordinate necessary consultations with Hospitalists.Receive and review labs, imaging, test results, and medical histories promptly.Relay pertinent information to appropriate providers and obtain timely clinical decisions.Exercise independent judgment when determining what information to escalate and to whom.Participate in care coordination with a focus on Total Joint patients.Address post-care concerns and communicate necessary updates to involved parties.Collaborate with PACU staff regarding surgical patients.Conduct patient assessments following anesthesia guidelines established by the Anesthesiology Department.Perform preoperative nursing assessments via in-person PASS visits or telephone, documenting findings in the electronic health record and scheduling labs, tests, and PAT visits per protocol.Ensure completion of add-on pre-operative assessments as needed. Qualifications: Active Registered Nurse license in the State of California (required) Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (required) Schedule Per diem position; varied day shiftsAbout Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc.Allied Healthcare Staffing ServicesNorTek Medical Staffing is a full-service recruitment firm specializing in providing critical staffing solutions for Allied Healthcare Professionals, alongside physicians and mid-level providers. The company excels at connecting high-quality, specialized clinicians with facilities requiring temporary (Locum Tenens), contract, or permanent staff.Placement Types: Locum Tenens (temporary), Contract, and Permanent placements.Key Allied Health Specialties Staffed:Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)Physician Assistants (PAs)Nurse Practitioners (NPs)Other Allied Healthcare Professionals (specific roles often include Imaging, Therapy, and specialized technicians).Client Settings: NorTek places Allied Health staff in diverse environments, including Hospitals, Medical Groups, Outpatient Clinics, Urgent Care Centers, and Government Facilities (VA and DoD).Why Choose NorTek for Allied Health?NorTek's approach is designed to meet the high demand for specialized non-physician providers:National Reach: Placing Allied Health professionals in facilities across the entire U.S.Rapid Deployment: Efficiently sourcing and deploying professionals to cover urgent short-term and long-term needs.Compliance and Credentialing: A dedicated team ensures all placed personnel are thoroughly screened, compliant, and credentialed according to the highest industry and facility standards.Focus on Fit: Providing personalized, consultative service to ensure a strong match between the clinician's skills and the facility's specific patient needs.