Temporary Procedure Area Registered Nurse

Aspire Fertility Austin•Carmel, IN

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Indiana Fertility Institute is currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our procedural team on a temporary basis. We are looking for a professional nurse who is committed to growth in a diverse and inclusive community. A nurse who will provide excellent and compassionate clinical patient care based upon the nursing process; being effectively involved with maintaining the standard of care for assigned patients through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ASN required; BSN preferred).
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Indiana.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
Proficient in IV insertion and phlebotomy.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an operating room, as a scrub nurse, circulator, or in a post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) in a surgery center or hospital setting.

Nice To Haves

Experience in fertility, women’s health, or OB-GYN strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the practical, technical, and specialized skills necessary for the role of a perioperative nurse, in accordance with current regulatory standards and best practices.
Capable of functioning effectively in various perioperative roles, including circulating nurse, scrub nurse, and pre-/post-operative staff nurse.
Possesses strong knowledge of surgical procedures, including the ability to oversee instrument and equipment setup, utilize surgical preference cards, and anticipate surgeon needs throughout the case.
Collaborates closely with physicians, medical assistants, and both clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure seamless patient care and procedural flow.
Manages patient needs effectively, including readiness to assist anesthesia personnel and respond promptly to any changes in patient condition.
Reviews surgical charts thoroughly for accuracy and completeness, adhering to documentation protocols before and after procedures.
Maintains positive, professional interpersonal relationships with patients, colleagues, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
Provides clear and accurate post-operative care instructions to patients and ensures comprehensive handoff communication to recovery staff for continuity of care.
Monitors operating room activity, facilitates efficient case transitions, communicates delays to physicians, and assists with room turnover as needed.
Operates and maintains sterilization equipment, including steam autoclaves, for proper handling of surgical instruments and equipment.
Assists with specimen collection processes, including escorting individuals to designated collection rooms, transferring samples to the embryology lab, and ensuring proper sanitation of collection areas.