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About The Position

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing (ADN) or equivalent required
• Minimum of two years of experience in perioperative nursing, preferably in a plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery setting.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

• preferably in a plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery setting

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure proper patient positioning, equipment setup, and sterile field preparation.
• Verify patient identification, surgical site, and procedure to ensure accuracy and patient safety.
• Assist in the administration of preoperative medications and anesthesia as directed by the anesthesia provider.
• Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the surgical procedure.
• Monitor vital signs, anesthesia levels, and patient response during surgery, reporting any abnormalities to the surgical team.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and assist with surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment as necessary.
• Accurately document intraoperative events, medications administered, and patient responses in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team, anesthesia provider, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide thorough handoff communication to postoperative nursing staff to facilitate continuity of care.
• Assist with the transfer of the patient to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) or recovery area, providing comprehensive handoff communication to PACU nursing staff.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.
• Adhere to all regulatory requirements, including but not limited to HIPAA, OSHA, and facility-specific policies and procedures.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to maintain clinical competence and stay abreast of best practices in perioperative nursing care.