Registered Nurse

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Work collaboratively with physicians to deliver exceptional patient care in all phases of treatment
• Monitor patients pre-operatively, intra-operatively, and post-operatively for complications
• Recover and safely discharge patients following procedures
• Perform and document patient care accurately and thoroughly
• Start, maintain, and discontinue IVs
• Administer pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative medications as ordered
• Draw blood and perform patient glucose testing; maintain glucose monitors
• Perform PRP procedures
• Read and interpret EKG strips

Medication & Controlled Substance Management

• Maintain accurate narcotics, medication, and patient medication records
• Order medications and oversee documentation and controlled substance counts
• Field and process all prescription requests
• Maintain emergency medications and equipment, including defibrillators

Clinical Operations & Workflow Coordination

• Direct patient flow within the clinical area and assign patients to clinical staff as appropriate
• Review patient charts and alert staff and physicians to positive medical history findings
• Perform charting and ensure charts are complete and accurate
• Audit surgical EMR notes for accuracy and compliance

Infection Control & Safety

• Oversee sterilization processes and related documentation to ensure compliance with infection control standards
• Maintain emergency equipment and coordinate regular emergency training drills for clinical staff

Patient Communication & Follow-Up

• Make post-operative patient calls and provide pre- and post-operative communication as needed
• Respond to patient phone calls and clinical inquiries
• Contact patients regarding medical clearances and confirm understanding of requirements

Medical Clearance & Pathology Coordination

• Send medical clearance requests per physician instructions and maintain detailed tracking logs
• Document clearance instructions clearly in the patient chart to support scheduling and compliance
• Send biopsy specimens to the Oral Surgery Pathology Lab and confirm receipt and documentation of pathology reports

Inventory & Supply Management

• Assist in maintaining supply lists and communicate needs to the Office Administrator

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalency, required; Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing (ADN or BSN) preferred
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; advanced certifications (e.g., ACLS, sedation/anesthesia) preferred
• Prior nursing experience in surgical, perioperative, Med/Surg, or critical care settings highly preferred
• Proficiency in patient assessment, perioperative care, and postoperative monitoring
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) and accurate clinical documentation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on patient education and comfort
• Knowledge of infection control, safety standards, and clinical best practices
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Performance Requirements

• Approachable, professional demeanor
• Detail-oriented and thorough in task execution
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing situations
• Empathetic and patient-focused approach to care coordination
• Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with excellent collaboration skills
• Independent decision-making skills and utilization of sound judgement
• Strong work ethic and willingness to go above and beyond

Skills & Abilities

• Proficient with medical devices and surgical equipment, including glucose monitors, infusion pumps, PRP machines, suction, cautery, pulp testers, and sterilization tools
• Experienced with imaging equipment: Panorex, CT scan, ITERO, intraoral cameras
• Competent with office and clinical technology, including computers and duplicators
• Knowledgeable in oxygen and nitrous oxide administration
• Trained in emergency procedures, including CPR, ACLS, and use of emergency suction and defibrillator