This role comes through OBL Staffing, a staffing partner — assignment-style terms, so ask exactly which facility you'd land in. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $114k–$135k a year. Per-diem means you set the rhythm — pick up when it works, step back when it doesn't.
About this role
*Job Description*
We are a growing startup staffing agency providing nursing support to outpatient surgery centers and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Southern California. Our partnered facility includes vascular, cardiac, and orthopedic surgeries. We are currently servicing Monterey Park and Victorville. Most shifts involve caring for conscious sedation patients, while some days may be propofol sedation or working alongside an anesthesiologist.
We are seeking an experienced Pre-op / PACU RN looking for flexibility, independence, and the ability to mange their own schedule. Shifts will be posted through Connecteam as a first come, first serve basis. You will clock in and out directly through the app.
This is a 1099 independent contractor position, not an employee role. The nurse will work with a high degree of professional independence and manage their own availability. Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and benefits. Contractors are subject to credentialing review and background screening as a condition of engagement.
*Job Duties*
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· Prepare patients for surgery by conducting thorough assessments and ensuring all necessary documentation is complete
· Administer medications, including pain management therapies such as opioids and non-opioid options, ensuring proper dosage and documentation in compliance with HIPAA standards
· Manage airway patency for patients requiring respiratory assistance, utilizing aseptic techniques and advanced airway management skills
· Conduct post-operative assessments, provide care instructions, and address any patient concerns
· Knowledge and experience with administering IV and IM drugs and their possible adverse reactions
· Interpretation of cardiac arrhythmias
· Collaborate with surgical teams and anesthesiologists to coordinate patient care plans during post-operative recovery stages
· Educate patient and families on post-discharge care instructions, including medication administration, wound care, and activity restrictions
*Minimum Requirements*
· Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
· Active RN license in the state of California
· BLS certification required
· ACLS certification required
· Proven experience in pre-op and PACU settings; ICU or ER experience highly valued
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Skills for this role
pre-operative patient assessmentmedication administrationpain managementopioid administrationnon-opioid pain managementairway managementairway patency managementaseptic techniquepost-operative assessmentIV drug administrationIM drug administrationcardiac arrhythmia interpretation
Certifications
BLSACLS
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
Active RN license in the state of California
BLS certification required
ACLS certification required
Proven experience in pre-op and PACU settings
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
Benefits
Flexible schedule
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