Registered Nurse

Platinum Dermatology Partners LLC•Thousand Oaks, CA

22d•$40 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse assists physicians with surgeries at Conejo Dermatology, a dermatology practice within Platinum Dermatology Partners. The role supports Mohs surgical procedures and related patient care, including anesthesia preparation and administration assistance, chairside support, operative documentation, patient education, wound evaluations, and scheduling. The nurse also performs general clinical duties such as assisting with examinations and treatments, managing specimens and records, and maintaining clean, organized exam and procedure areas.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
Current license for the state in which applying.
Demonstrate compassion, confidence, and professionalism in patient interactions.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Excellent communication and patient education skills.
Manual dexterity to operate office machines, including a computer and calculator; ability to stoop and bend to handle files and supplies; and mobility to complete errands or deliveries.
Ability to handle sharps and chemicals.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to and from exam rooms and help them prepare for examinations.
Enter medical histories and prescriptions into the EMR.
Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
Perform extractions, injections, and other patient treatments.
Prepare and collect pathology and laboratory specimens, notify patients of results, and schedule follow-up appointments.
Educate patients, answer questions in person and by phone, and document medical instructions given to patients.
Clean and organize exam rooms; prepare procedure trays; clean and autoclave instruments; and stock supplies.
Prepare and draw up anesthesia for the office surgical team.
Assist the Mohs surgeon with administering lidocaine before surgical stages and repairs.
Provide chairside assistance during Mohs surgical procedures and repairs.
Prepare surgical instruments and trays and ensure accurate documentation and completion of operative reports.
Educate patients on postoperative care and assist with wound evaluations and suture removals.
Schedule surgical procedures, provide preoperative education, and help optimize the surgical schedule.
Conduct preoperative patient evaluations and assessments by telephone.
Maintain and update pathology logs and related records.
Support the clinical team in delivering efficient, high-quality patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.