Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Description

Join Our Surgical Team as a Dedicated Pre/Post-Op Registered Nurse (RN)!

Our established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to provide exceptional pre and post-operative care. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and comfort, utilizing your expertise to monitor and respond to their needs throughout the surgical process.

Your Impact:

• •Comprehensive Pre-Op Care: Admit patients, conduct thorough assessments, and prepare them for surgery.
• •Post-Operative Monitoring & Care: Receive patients from surgery, evaluate their needs, and provide attentive post-operative care.
• •Accurate Patient Assessment & Documentation: Monitor and document patient status, ensuring clear and concise records.
• •Treatment Administration & Order Fulfillment: Carry out prescribed treatments and physician orders with precision.
• •Patient Education & Follow-Up: Provide clear post-operative instructions and conduct follow-up phone calls.
• •OR Log Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date operating room logs.
• •Sterile Environment Maintenance: monitor the sterile field.
• •Surgical Team Support: Assist anesthesia, scrub, and medical personnel to ensure smooth operations.
• •Equipment & Supply Management: Prepare and check OR equipment, supplies, and medications.

Schedule:

Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

What You'll Bring/Requirements:

• •4-year degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• •Current RN license in the state of Connecticut.
• •Strong understanding of ophthalmic operative procedures and post-operative care.
• •Comprehensive knowledge of pre-operative nursing care in an ambulatory surgery setting.
• •Understanding of medical pathophysiology and potential surgical complications.
• •Up-to-date knowledge of pharmaceuticals and anesthetic agents.
• •Proficiency in fluid and electrolyte balance management.
• •Expertise in patient assessment, intravenous therapy, CPR, and artificial ventilation.
• •Ability to work in a sterile environment.

Bonus Points:

Previous experience in a surgical center.

Perks & Benefits:

• •Competitive 401(k) with matching.
• •Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• •Disability and life insurance.
• •Flexible spending account.
• •Generous paid time off.

We thrive on: Care for our patients and team, effective Collaboration , and a commitment to Elevate .

Refocus is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity.