Registered Nurse - Surgery Center

About the role

This fast-paced ambulatory surgery center requires a Registered Nurse who rotates between Pre-Op and PACU, caring for a wide variety of patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, with diverse procedures and acuity levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient/family assessments and document per guidelines.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care based on patient needs and expected outcomes.
• Provide safe, ethical, patient-centered care while supporting dignity, diversity, and autonomy.
• Prioritize care based on patient condition and unit needs.
• Safely administer medications and treatments; perform technical skills per policy.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies, initiating appropriate interventions.
• Evaluate patient responses to care and revise plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Supervise delegated tasks and ensure quality care delivery.
• Participate in organizational activities such as committees, staff meetings, and unit initiatives.
• Support student learning and staff development; serve in leadership roles as needed.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing education and self-assessment.
• Build collaborative, collegial relationships across the healthcare team.
• Identify and act on opportunities for process improvement.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree - Nursing (Required)
• New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Experience in a critical care setting is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs at various stages of the life cycle.
• Registered Nurse Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required

Qualifications

• Flexible to prepare patients for surgery, recover them post-operatively, and step in to monitor patients or assist in the OR as needed.
• Adaptable, teamwork-oriented, and skilled in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a dynamic surgical environment.

Skills

• Flexibility and adaptability to changing patient needs and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in administering medications and performing technical skills.
• Effective problem-solving and emergency response capabilities.
• Collaborative and supportive working style.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement as well as student loan repayment options.
• Career growth opportunities.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

(64 hours bi-weekly) Schedule will fall within Monday, 8-hour days No weekends, holidays or call