Registered Nurse | Ambulatory Surgical Center | Full Time
About The Position
Meritus Health is seeking an experienced and versatile Registered Nurse to join our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) and work as part of a collaborative, multi-specialty surgical team. Our ASC provides care to both adult and pediatric patients across a variety of surgical specialties, including ENT, gynecology, general surgery, cosmetic and plastic surgery, and other outpatient procedures. This is a unique opportunity for an RN who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment, and wants to remain clinically engaged throughout the entire perioperative experience. Unlike roles focused on one phase of surgical care, our ASC RNs are cross-trained and rotate throughout Pre-Op, the Operating Room, PACU, and Pre-Admission Testing (PAT). You'll have the opportunity to build relationships across the surgical team while maintaining a broad and diverse perioperative skill set.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program; ASN requires. BSN preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of RN experience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center, ambulatory procedural setting, or Operating Room
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in Maryland
- Current BLS certification
- ACLS and PALS certification required or must be obtained within the designated timeframe
Nice To Haves
- Prior ENT experience preferred
- Prior pediatric nursing experience preferred
- Experience across multiple phases of perioperative care strongly preferred
- Perioperative or specialty nursing certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Complete preoperative nursing assessments and review patient health histories
- Review medications, allergies, diagnostic testing, and other clinical information in preparation for surgery
- Provide preoperative education and instructions to patients and families
- Identify potential clinical concerns and collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, and other members of the care team to ensure patients are appropriately prepared for their procedures
- Prepare adult and pediatric patients for surgery
- Complete assessments, verify documentation, and ensure surgical readiness
- Initiate IV access and administer medications as appropriate
- Educate and support patients and families before procedures
- Collaborate closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and OR staff
- Serve as the circulating RN during surgical procedures
- Coordinate patient care and maintain patient safety throughout the intraoperative period
- Complete surgical safety checks, documentation, counts, positioning, and other circulating responsibilities
- Maintain sterile practice and ensure compliance with perioperative standards
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team across multiple specialties and procedures
- Provide Phase I and/or Phase II postoperative nursing care
- Assess airway, respiratory status, hemodynamic stability, pain, nausea, and surgical recovery
- Administer medications and interventions according to patient needs
- Recognize and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
- Provide discharge education and ensure patients meet established criteria for safe discharge
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Shift Differential Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
