Perioperative Nurse

Buffalo Surgery Center • Eggertsville, NY

3d • $34 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide direct care for patients before, during, and after surgery and/or surgical procedures. Role also includes responsibilities such as patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse.

Requirements

• Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
• Minimum one year Orthopedic Nursing experience or related Rehabilitation Nursing experience required.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• EMR experience required, MEDENT preferred.
• Computer skills required with minimum proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
• Frequent reaching, stooping, squatting, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Extensive standing and walking required.
• Occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients.
• Work environment may involve some exposure to hazards/physical risk.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate our core values of being patient centered, team focused, service driven, accountable, and innovative every day.
• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments of patients, including reviewing medical histories, allergies, and verifying consent.
• Ensure that patients are properly positioned, sterilely draped, and receive appropriate surgical site verification in collaboration with the surgical team.
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for each procedure, ensuring sterility and functionality.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive surgical records, including documentation of medications, procedures, and patient responses.
• Facilitate effective communication among surgical team members, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists, to ensure a smooth and safe surgical experience.
• Act as the patient's advocate during surgery, monitoring their safety, comfort, and adherence to infection control protocols.
• Be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies, such as equipment malfunctions, changes in patient status, or other unforeseen events.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in surgical techniques, equipment, and best practices through ongoing training and education.
• Evolve in your role when performing supplemental responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health (with employer contribution), dental, and vision insurance, employer paid base life, and other voluntary benefits.
• Time off benefits include paid combined time off (CTO) and seven paid holidays, plus a floating holiday after one year of service.
• Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company contribution and profit sharing after one year of service.
• Qualified team members become eligible to participate in medical benefits on the 1st of the month following date of hire, and retirement benefits after 90 days.
• We also provide professional development opportunities, flexible work schedules, wellness incentives, healthy vending options, and relaxed dress code on Fridays.
• Our community-focused culture encourages participation in local events, fundraisers, and causes chosen by our team.
• We are committed to providing our employees with the resources they need to thrive both personally and professionally.
• Other voluntary benefits include Voluntary Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, and legal and identity protection and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed