Dermatology Peri-Operative Registered Nurse - PER DIEM at Advanced Dermatology PC

Albertson, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Nurse License, Acute Care Experience, Surgical Setting Experience, Plastic Surgery Experience, BLS Certification, ACLS Certification, Patient Assessment, Emergency Management, Post-Operative Care, Pain Management, Communication Skills, Vital Signs Monitoring, Infection Control, Asepsis Maintenance, Surgical Instrument Sterilization, Documentation Skills

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Advanced Dermatology, PC is searching for an experienced Peri-Operative Registered Nurse to join our Medical Practice on a Per Diem basis. Duties: • Verify the patient has followed preoperative instructions and ensures belongings are securely stored or given to their escort. • Obtain baseline vital signs, pain assessment, and ECG monitoring if needed, and notify relevant staff of abnormal values. • Review the medical record for H&P, allergies, signed consent, and lab results. • Validate the patient's procedure and site and take photos for patient’s chart. • Administer preoperative medications, as ordered by Surgeon. • Provide post-anesthesia care to patients; monitoring patients' vital signs and assessing their condition after surgery ensuring their comfort and safety. • Educate patients and their families on post-operative care instructions and discharge. • Document patient information, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes. • Ability to scrub in and/or circulate on surgical cases as needed. • Maintain supply levels, assist with ordering and check expiration dates. • Familiarize yourself with the location and usage of all equipment and supplies, especially emergency items, and keep all areas clean and organized. • Maintain asepsis, infection control, and safety practices to minimize infections. • Sterilization and processing of surgical instruments and the OR environment. • Follow all Center policies and procedures. • Adjust to the director of nursing's schedule, including overtime or time changes. • Be willing to cross-train and assist in other departments when required. • Ability to travel to multiple sites as required. • Other duties as assigned. Requirements Skills: • Current New York License as Registered Nurse • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in acute care, inpatient and/or surgical setting • Plastic Surgery experience a plus • Current BLS and ACLS REQUIRED • Proficient with patient assessment, monitoring, and management of emergency situations • Knowledge of post-operative care protocols and pain management techniques • Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members *Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities

The Peri-Operative Registered Nurse will verify preoperative instructions, obtain vital signs, and provide post-anesthesia care. They will also educate patients on post-operative care and maintain a sterile environment during surgical procedures.