Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Lead Registered Nurse (RN)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for all perioperative services (pre-op, intra-op, post-op).
• Serve as a circulating nurse with a focus on orthopedics and pain management procedures.
• Perform comprehensive preoperative patient assessments to ensure readiness for surgery.
• Maintain and monitor ASC logs, quality metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure adherence to AAAHC, CMS, OSHA, AAMI, and AORN standards and guidelines.
• Oversee infection control and sterilization practices.
• Develop and maintain staff and Anesthesia schedules to support operational efficiency.
• Monitor and manage medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals.
• Conduct and participate in quality improvement initiatives and studies.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, administrative leaders, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote a workplace culture centered on patient safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Education: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in an operating room setting, including intraoperative experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of perioperative nursing practices.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and accreditation standards (AAAHC, CMS, OSHA, AAMI, AORN).
• Experience with orthopedic and pain management procedures preferred.
• Familiarity with SIS (Surgical Information Systems) is a plus.
• Proven leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Pay

$48-$58/hr

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Mileage Reimbursement for travel to satellite offices
• Performance-Based Compensatory Bonuses