Job Description
*Clinical Nurse II Surgery *· Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
Full Time, Varies - Hours per Week: 40
$50.00-$81.52/hour
We’re excited to support your transition to our team with *relocation assistance* and a competitive *sign-on bonus!*
*Job Summary *
* Occupation: Clinical Nurse II
* Specialty: Surgery / Perioperative Care
* Salary: $50.00–$81.52/hour
* Working Hours: 40 hours/week
* Shifts: Varies
* On-Call: Yes
* Degree Required: Degree in Nursing, bachelor’s preferred
* Position Type: Full Time
* Work Environment: Hospital – Inpatient, Operating Room
* Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States
* Visa Sponsorship: No
*Job Description *
We’re seeking compassionate Clinical Nurse II professionals who are dedicated to delivering thoughtful, respectful care to patients and their families. In this role, you’ll provide attentive monitoring, implement care plans with sensitivity, administer medications with precision, and communicate with empathy and clarity. You will foster a supportive, healing environment that promotes the well-being of patients and their loved ones—exercising sound clinical judgment and autonomy within trusted care guidelines.
As a *Clinical Nurse II in the Operating Room,* you’ll play a pivotal role in surgical care—before, during, and after procedures. Working in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, you’ll support surgeons and the surgical team in delivering accurate, high-quality care. This position includes *Nurse Circulator duties,* where you’ll coordinate surgical care from start to finish advocating for the patient, preparing and verifying instruments, and ensuring effective communication across the surgical team. Your ability to stay focused, anticipate needs, and remain calm under pressure will be essential to every patient’s successful outcome.
*Patient Care & Treatment *
Offer holistic and patient-centered nursing care, focusing on the unique needs of individuals and their families with a positive and respectful approach that aligns with the hospital's values. Emphasize support, clear education, and collaborative decision-making to foster a positive care experience.
*Collaborative Teamwork *
This role involves working closely with our team to deliver patient-focused services and contribute to the overall well-being of our patients while contributing to a supportive and collaborative work environment.
*Qualifications *
* Current RN licensure to practice in California
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing with 1+ year acute care experience within past 2 years OR 2 years acute care experience within past 3 years
* Satisfactory completion of a Pharmacology test with a minimum score of 80%
* BLS certification required and maintained thereafter
* ACLS certification required within 1 year of employment and maintained thereafter
* PALS certification required within 1 year of employment and maintained thereafter
* Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in the English language
* Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with patients, families, and coworkers
* Ability to provide leadership aligned with hospital goals, policies, and mission
*Benefits You'll Enjoy *
* Dental
* Vision and 403B
* Life Insurance
* Flex Spending Accounts
* AFLAC Supplemental Plans
* Employee Assistance Program
* Gym Membership Reimbursement
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Paid Time Off
* Sign-on Bonus / Relocation Assistance
*Welcome To RRH *
Established for 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, full-service Hospital with 25 inpatient beds, a 99-bed skilled nursing facility, clinics, and other outpatient services. RRH has state-of-the-art facilities and offers multi-specialty healthcare, view Treatment & Care. In 2023, it was honored by the American Medical Association for promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and has an established physician well-being program.
Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.
*About Ridgecrest *
Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 30,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it's been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50.00 - $81.52 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Medical-Surgical
* Perioperative Care
* Surgery
Physical Setting:
* Acute care
* Hospital
* Inpatient
* Operating room
Application Question(s):
* Have you previously been employed by Ridgecrest Regional Hospital?
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Visa sponsorship, Outdoor, Relocation package, Shift work,