RN, Surgical Assistant, Healthcare Nursing

About Our Practice

We are a fast‑paced, high‑volume oral and maxillofacial surgery practice dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a safe, professional, and compassionate environment.

We are seeking an experienced Per Diem Registered Nurse to support our surgical team.

150 W Madison Ave. El Cajon CA 92020

The Per Diem RN will assist with pre‑operative, intra‑operative, and post‑operative patient care in an outpatient oral surgery setting. This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent patient communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy surgical environment.

• Perform pre‑operative patient assessments, including medical history review and vital signs on adolescent & adult patients
• Start IVs, medication administration, and patient monitoring including airway management during procedures
• Monitor patients in recovery and provide post‑operative care and discharge instructions
• Respond promptly to patient needs and recognize signs of distress or complications
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient charts
• Follow all infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines
• Collaborate closely with oral surgeons, surgical assistants, and front office staff
• Provide exceptional patient care with professionalism and compassion

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Minimum 1–2 years of nursing experience (oral surgery, outpatient surgery, PACU, ICU, or ER experience preferred)
• Current BLS certification (ACLS/PALS preferred or willingness to obtain)
• Strong IV skills required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling

• Per diem / as‑needed coverage
• Hours may vary based on office needs (weekday coverage)

By joining US Oral Surgery Management (USOSM), you become part of a dynamic and forward‑thinking organization made up of best‑in‑class Oral and Maxillofacial practices. Together, we have the POWER to achieve more, by creating a positive impact on the communities we serve and reinforcing our position as a top leader in the industry. We believe in the POWER of teamwork, where every member contributes to our collective success.

Whether you're in clinical operations, administration, support services, etc., your role is crucial to achieving our shared mission: fueling innovation and clinical excellence, while driving worthwhile outcomes for our practices.

Our POWER Values form the foundation of our ability to deliver exceptional healthcare experiences and achieve sustainable growth.

Passion for Patient Care

Outstanding Results

Winning Attitude

Embracing Continuous Improvement

Respect for Self and Others

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.