RN Pre & Post Surgery

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As a Clinical Nurse, you will be a central figure in our patient care team, delivering exceptional, compassionate care that truly makes a difference in our patients' lives.

Every day you will collaborate on comprehensive screenings, conduct critical risk assessments, provide vital preventative health education, and expertly coordinate care for diverse patient populations, leveraging technology to streamline processes. You'll ensure patients feel informed and at ease, patiently guiding them through instructions and addressing their concerns.

To be successful in this role, you will combine robust clinical knowledge and technological proficiency with genuine compassion, strong communication skills, and an adaptable approach to learning and patient-centered care.

• JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Is a role model for the hospital's Patient Satisfaction effort, i.e. demonstrates AIDET principles when interacting with customers, subordinates and colleagues
• Demonstrates, supports and promotes strict adherence to the policies and procedures of Saint Bernardine Medical Center and those of the Surgical Services and instructs staff as needed for failing to follow appropriate protocol.
• Demonstrates knowledge regarding the cardiac disease process and the appropriate diagnostic and interventional process. Utilizes the Nursing Process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, Documentation and Evaluation in preparing the patient for Cardiac, Surgical, or Radiologic procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of pharmacology including dosing, indications and contraindications of each drug. Ensuring the five "rights" of medication are adhered to. Also assures that controlled medications are accounted for and recorded per hospital policy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of all specialized equipment related to Surgical Services and Cath Lab procedures.
• Job Requirements*Required
• 1 Year Critical Care, Med/Surg or OR Experience. Position unable to train RN's without 1 year of experience.
• California Registered Nurse license
• Registered Nurse, CA
• Basic Life Support - CPR
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 90 Days

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1928, Dignity Health - St. Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, stroke care and orthopedics. Additionally, St.Bernardine Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was recently awarded AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care. It was named one of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery in 2026.

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*Pay Range*

$54.06 - $70.55 /hour