Perioperative Nurse - RN

Columbia Eye Surgery Center•Columbia, SC

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About The Position

The Perioperative RN is responsible for providing high‑quality nursing care across Pre‑Operative, Post‑Operative, and Surgical services. This role will be cross‑trained in all perioperative areas; however, staff may initially be assigned to a primary area while training progresses. Responsibilities include evaluating patient conditions, preparing patients for surgery, assisting during procedures, monitoring recovery, and responding to patient needs during routine and emergency situations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
RN licensed in the State of South Carolina.
BLS/ACLS certification required.
Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience, preferably in a perioperative or operating room setting.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and patient‑service skills.
Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-moving surgical environment.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMR/reporting systems.
High attention to detail, integrity, and dependability.

Responsibilities

Admit and prepare patients for the pre‑operative area, reviewing histories, assessments, and physician orders.
Receive patients into the post‑operative area, review post‑operative reports, monitor patient status, and document findings.
Provide general nursing care, administer medications, and manage prescribed treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
Assist with surgical procedures, including circulating duties, patient positioning, equipment preparation, and maintaining aseptic technique.
Monitor patient condition throughout the perioperative process and report unusual symptoms or complications to anesthesia or the physician.
Maintain accurate medication, supply, and documentation controls including nurse’s notes, EMR charting, and test result posting.
Instruct and counsel patients and families regarding procedures, treatments, medications, and recovery expectations.
Ensure clean, safe, and fully stocked pre‑op, post‑op, and surgical environments.
Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, emergency response ability, and adherence to all HIPAA, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
Support efficient patient flow and collaborate with clinical teams to ensure optimal perioperative care delivery.