Registered Nurse | Ambulatory Surgical Center | Full Time

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

2h • $74,693 - $112,091

About The Position

Meritus Health is seeking an experienced and versatile Registered Nurse to join its Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) and work with a collaborative, multi-specialty surgical team. The ASC cares for adult and pediatric patients across specialties including ENT, gynecology, general surgery, cosmetic and plastic surgery, and other outpatient procedures.

ASC RNs are cross-trained and rotate among Pre-Admission Testing (PAT), Pre-Op, the Operating Room, and PACU, supporting patients throughout the full perioperative experience. The role requires adaptability across patient populations and surgical specialties, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to contribute to safe, efficient patient flow in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time position of 80 hours biweekly, Monday through Friday, with rotating shifts between 6:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is required.
• 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 certifications are required or must be obtained within the designated timeframe.
• Strong assessment, communication, organization, prioritization, and clinical skills to care for adult and pediatric patients in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Ability to safely assist with patient positioning and transfers.
• Ability to maintain sustained attention to patient safety, infection prevention, sterile technique, and surgical protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Prior ENT experience.
• Prior pediatric nursing experience.
• Experience across multiple phases of perioperative care.
• Perioperative or specialty nursing certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete preoperative nursing assessments and review patient health histories, medications, allergies, diagnostic testing, and other clinical information.
• Provide preoperative education and instructions to patients and families, and identify concerns in collaboration with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and the care team.
• Prepare adult and pediatric patients for surgery, complete assessments, verify documentation, and ensure surgical readiness.
• Initiate IV access and administer medications as appropriate.
• Serve as the circulating RN during surgical procedures, coordinating care and maintaining patient safety throughout the intraoperative period.
• Complete surgical safety checks, documentation, counts, positioning, and other circulating responsibilities.
• Maintain sterile practice and comply with perioperative standards while anticipating the needs of the surgical team.
• Provide Phase I and/or Phase II postoperative nursing care, including assessment of airway, respiratory status, hemodynamic stability, pain, nausea, and recovery.
• Administer medications and interventions according to patient needs, recognize and respond to changes in condition, and provide discharge education.
• Rotate among PAT, Pre-Op, the OR/Circulator role, and PACU according to patient volume and operational needs.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, nurses, and other clinical professionals.
• Support efficient patient flow and on-time surgical operations while maintaining safety, quality, infection prevention, and a positive patient experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, with coverage beginning on the first of the month following the hire date.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Shift differential pay may be available for evening, night, or weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree