Part-Time Circulating Nurse — Ophthalmic Surgery

RGIT Australia; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Positive, collaborative environment

Staff events

Job summary

Jackman Eye Institute is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (Part-Time) to join our surgical team as the circulating nurse. You will advocate for patients throughout their surgical journey while ensuring a safe, efficient operating room.

This role blends direct patient care with clinical coordination, meticulous documentation, and collaboration with surgeons and the surgical team. Ideal candidates have OR, ambulatory, ophthalmology, or day-surgery experience, CPR/BLS current (ACLS a plus),

Qualifications

• Current RN license with valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Experience in operating rooms, ambulatory surgery, ophthalmology, or day surgery preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the circulating nurse during surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and advocating for patient needs.
• Prepare patients for surgery with education and anxiety-reduction support.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and health records per standards.
• Monitor sterile environment and infection prevention practices.
• Collaborate with surgeons and the clinical team throughout procedures.
• Monitor patients during procedures and respond to emergencies.
• Participate in post-operative recovery, discharge instructions, and family communication.
• Support quality assurance and accreditation activities.

Skills

Circulating nurse skills

Patient advocacy

Infection control

Clinical coordination

EMR experience

Communication

CPR/BLS certified

Acls advantageous

Critical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Jackman Eye Institute is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (Part-Time) to join our surgical team as the circulating nurse. You will advocate for patients throughout their surgical journey while ensuring a safe, efficient operating room.

This role blends direct patient care with clinical coordination, meticulous documentation, and collaboration with surgeons and the surgical team. Ideal candidates have OR, ambulatory, ophthalmology, or day-surgery experience, CPR/BLS current (ACLS a plus),