Registered Nurse - Plastic Surgery Clinic, Operating Room & PACU

Adoreal • Baltimore, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Adoreal partners with top-tier aesthetic and cosmetic medicine practices to provide technology, operational support, and talent for scaling and delivering exceptional patient experiences. This recruitment is for Belcara Health, a high-end, luxury plastic surgery practice in Maryland. Belcara Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for their Plastic Surgery team. This is a combined clinic, operating room, and PACU position, covering the full surgical patient journey from pre-operative preparation and education through surgery, recovery, and post-operative care. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about providing an exceptional patient experience. This is an on-site position in Baltimore, Maryland.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Maryland
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred or ability to obtain
• Previous operating room, perioperative, PACU, or surgical nursing experience strongly preferred
• Plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, ambulatory surgery center, or outpatient surgical experience is a plus
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and patient-service skills
• Ability to work effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative team members
• Comfortable working across the clinic, OR, and PACU environments
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Dependable, flexible, and willing to assist wherever needed to support the team and our patients

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification

Responsibilities

• Room patients for plastic surgery and post-operative appointments
• Obtain and document patient histories, medications, allergies, vital signs, and Review of Systems
• Prepare patients for provider examinations and treatments
• Assist plastic surgeons with in-office procedures and treatments
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient education
• Review surgical instructions and help ensure patients are appropriately prepared for surgery
• Perform post-operative assessments, dressing changes, and wound care as directed
• Respond to clinical patient questions and escalate concerns to the appropriate provider
• Assist with patient phone calls, portal messages, prescriptions, and clinical documentation
• Help manage patient flow and communicate delays or changes to patients and team members
• Maintain appropriate clinical supplies and treatment rooms
• Prepare the operating room for scheduled plastic surgery procedures
• Assist with pre-operative patient preparation and surgical safety processes
• Serve as a circulating RN during surgical procedures
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure adherence to infection-control and patient-safety standards
• Complete required intraoperative documentation
• Assist the surgical and anesthesia teams throughout procedures
• Participate in surgical counts, specimen handling, medication documentation, and other OR processes
• Support patient transition throughout the perioperative experience
• Assist with room turnover, supply management, and preparation for subsequent procedures
• Follow all surgery center policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Provide direct nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures
• Receive patients from the Operating Room and complete appropriate post-anesthesia assessments
• Continuously monitor vital signs, airway status, oxygenation, level of consciousness, pain, nausea, and overall recovery
• Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the surgeon and anesthesia provider
• Administer medications and treatments according to provider orders and established protocols
• Manage post-operative pain, nausea, and other common recovery needs
• Monitor surgical sites, dressings, drains, and other post-operative needs
• Maintain accurate and timely PACU documentation
• Ensure patients meet established discharge criteria prior to discharge
• Review post-operative instructions, medications, restrictions, and warning signs with patients and their responsible caregivers
• Ensure patients and caregivers understand follow-up instructions and when to contact the surgical team
• Facilitate a safe and comfortable discharge from the surgery center
• Maintain PACU readiness, supplies, equipment, and emergency preparedness
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to provide safe continuity of care

Benefits

• Opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with patients
• Care for patients during their procedure and recovery
• Continue supporting patients throughout their post-operative journey
• Teamwork
• Professionalism
• Patient safety
• Accountability
• Exceptional patient experience
• Opportunity to be an integral part of the patient experience
• Opportunity to grow with the team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED