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RN Surgery SW
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bakersfield, CA, 93311
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 43.59-75.64 HOUR
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The registered nurse is responsible to take primary responsibility to assess plan implement and evaluate the nursing care of each assigned patient. Provide direct patient care. Supervise the activities of nursing staff members. Anticipate patient’s needs. Follow-up on all care related activities and assure all physician orders are accurately transcribed and carried out in a timely manner. Coordinate the plan of care. Conduct patient teaching specific to disease entity and home management. Actively participate in assuring care continuum. Collaborate with other nursing and ancillary services to assure seamless communication and uninterrupted patient care. Model leadership behaviors. Foster a spirit of collaboration and teamwork. Mentor peers and colleagues.
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Job Requirements
Minimum
- CA RN license
- BLS & ACLS from the American Heart Association
- 1 year of operating room/ surgical experience. If operational conditions permit, training a candidate without the required experience may be considered.
New Grad RNs must complete their certification (ACLS) for this position within 60 days of hire
Where You'll WorkFounded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others.
Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here at https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield.
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Frequently asked questions
Bakersfield's healthcare sector shows steady demand for RN Surgery SW roles, especially within reputable systems like Catholic Health Initiatives. Competition remains moderate, with experienced perioperative nurses sought after due to the area's growing medical infrastructure and surgical services expansion.
While the CA RN license is essential, certifications like BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association greatly improve employability. Given Bakersfield's emphasis on acute surgical care, additional perioperative nursing credentials or outpatient surgery certifications can provide a competitive edge.
Exceptional assessment abilities, seamless coordination of care plans, and proficiency in supervising nursing staff are crucial. Mastery in real-time decision-making and patient teaching specific to surgical recovery also marks an outstanding RN Surgery SW, especially in dynamic ambulatory surgery settings.
Starting with foundational surgical nursing skills, professionals often advance toward leadership roles or specialized perioperative certifications. Opportunities at surgical centers or outpatient surgery units, such as those affiliated with Catholic Health Initiatives, can lead to clinical educator or nurse manager positions.
Daily duties involve assessing surgical patients, implementing physician orders, supervising nursing teams, and ensuring smooth perioperative processes. Patient education about surgery-specific care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care are also key activities.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters a collaborative culture emphasizing compassionate care and mentorship. Applicants should be prepared to engage in team-driven environments, uphold high standards in surgical nursing practices, and participate actively in community-focused healthcare initiatives.
Yes, the organization may consider candidates lacking full surgical experience if operationally feasible, providing structured training. New grads are expected to complete ACLS certification within 60 days, reflecting the commitment to developing skilled perioperative nursing professionals.
Registered nurses specializing in surgical care within Bakersfield typically earn between $85,000 and $105,000 annually. Salaries vary based on experience, certifications like ACLS, and the employing institution, with Catholic Health Initiatives offering competitive compensation aligned with regional standards.
Bakersfield offers a balanced pace compared to larger metro areas, with manageable patient ratios in surgical departments. The community-oriented healthcare culture promotes teamwork and allows RN Surgery SWs to maintain quality care without the overwhelming caseloads seen in bigger urban centers.
Outpatient surgery centers in Bakersfield demand flexibility in handling diverse cases while ensuring rapid patient turnover. Navigating limited resources and coordinating multidisciplinary care efficiently can be challenging but rewarding for RN Surgery SWs dedicated to ambulatory surgical excellence.