Registered Nurse (OR)- Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center- Part Time (OR Experience required)

SolutionHealth • Manchester, NH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center Operating Room provides safe, high-quality care throughout surgical procedures. The center is located at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, New Hampshire, and provides minimally invasive procedures, including laparoscopic surgery, endoscopy, urology, and gynecology. It is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and offers pre-surgical testing, post-operative care, and patient education.

The OR Nurse prepares patients for surgery, maintains sterility and safety during procedures, monitors patients under general anesthesia, and supports recovery and a safe transition home. The role also involves accurate documentation, safe use of specialized equipment, and cleaning and preparing the operating room after procedures.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience as a circulator.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• New Hampshire Registered Nurse license or Compact State Registered Nurse license.
• Ability to obtain BLS qualification during the orientation period and maintain it during employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Examine patients, take vital signs, verify allergies, and answer questions to prepare them for surgery.
• Prepare patients for surgery by scrubbing, gowning, and positioning them on the operating table.
• Operate specialized medical equipment, including anesthesia machines and ventilators.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs while they are under general anesthesia and record changes.
• Maintain accurate records of medications administered.
• Use sterile equipment during operations and maintain sterility and safety for surgical procedures.
• Dispose of medical waste and disinfect the operating room after surgery.
• Ensure patient safety and satisfaction before, during, and after surgery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree