Operating Room Nurse (Per Diem)-Ambulatory Surgery Center

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Job summary

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates (POA) invites applications for per diem OR Nurse positions at our brand-new Ambulatory Surgery Center in New Jersey. You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and clinical staff to ensure high-quality orthopaedic surgical outcomes.

We seek graduates of an accredited nursing program with NJ RN license and ACLS/BCLS certification. Peri-operative experience is a plus, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse license for the State of New Jersey required.
• Peri-operative or surgical suite nursing experience; orthopaedic or ambulatory surgery center experience a plus.
• ACLS/BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Admit and prepare patients for surgery; verify charts, pre-op workload, and physician orders are complete prior to each case.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate intra-operative patient care; use clinical judgment appropriate to patient age, size, and medical condition.
• Administer medications and IV solutions safely; initiate or assist with emergency measures for cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, or shock.
• Maintain accurate, concise, and timely documentation in the medical record and patient care plan throughout the surgical episode.
• Operate and maintain specialized operating room equipment safely; monitor infection control compliance.
• Coordinate patient discharge; communicate pertinent observations to physicians and care team.
• Support orientation of new staff and participate in departmental meetings and in-services.

Skills

ACLS/BCLS certification

Education

RN license (NJ)

Job description

Description

We have per diem opportunities for to join our brand-new Ambulatory Surgery Center. If you're looking to be on a team that delivers high-quality patient care in a compassionate, collaborative and dynamic practice, keep reading further to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

The Operating Room (OR) Nurse is responsible and accountable for the delivery and documentation of patient care during the intra-operative period in our new, state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center. In this role, you will be partnering with surgeons, anesthesia, and clinical staff to ensure safe, high-quality orthopaedic surgical outcomes.

Requirements

• Admit and prepare patients for surgery; verify charts, pre-op workload, and physician orders are complete prior to each case.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate intra-operative patient care; use clinical judgment appropriate to patient age, size, and medical condition.
• Administer medications and IV solutions safely; initiate or assist with emergency measures for cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, or shock.
• Maintain accurate, concise, and timely documentation in the medical record and patient care plan throughout the surgical episode.
• Operate and maintain specialized operating room (OR) equipment safely; monitor surgical suite temperature, humidity, and infection control compliance.
• Utilize supplies and materials cost-effectively; monitor inventory levels and participate in economical use of medications and equipment.
• Coordinate patient discharge; communicate pertinent observations to physicians, charge nurse, or director as appropriate
• Support orientation of new staff, attend departmental meetings and in-services, and maintain credentials through continuing education.
• Uphold a safe, respectful environment for patients, families, and co-workers; maintain effective rapport with all care team members.

Experience/ Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; current Registered Nurse license for the State of New Jersey required
• Current ACLS/BCLS certification required (may be obtained within 6 months of hire)
• Peri-operative or surgical suite nursing experience; orthopaedic or ambulatory surgery center experience a plus
• Knowledge of peri-operative standards of practice, infection control, universal precautions, and surgical suite safety principles
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation accuracy, and ability to respond decisively in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Ability to regularly lift up to 20 lbs and frequently lift up to 50 lbs; ability to stand and work for extended periods

Who is POA?

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates (POA), a division of OrthoNJ, is a Community of Extraordinary Care professionals serving Central New Jersey since 1974. With 30 physicians, including 20 Orthopaedic surgeons, across 7 office locations, POA operates as an outcome-focused orthopaedic practice that combines extraordinary talent, advanced techniques, and cutting-edge tools with compassionate service. As part of New Jersey's largest independent orthopaedic group practice, POA physicians work collaboratively to provide personalized, patient-centered care while maintaining the values and autonomy of the private practice model.

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates is built on a foundation of compassion, patient focus, quality, collaboration, honesty, and excellence. We are a community where every team member is expected to embody these values in their daily work by holding themselves and colleagues accountable to high standards. We foster a culture of continuous improvement where feedback is welcomed, mistakes become learning opportunities, and successes are celebrated together. As a member of our team, you'll be expected to contribute ideas, mentor new colleagues, and actively participate in creating an environment where both patients and staff thrive.

Benefits

OrthoNJ, LLC is required by New Jersey law to disclose the compensation range for this position. The hiring range for this role is $45/hr-53/hr. Compensation is determined based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience. Eligible full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, which includes paid time off along with option to participate in the medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plans.

EEO Disclosure:

POA is an equal opportunity employer.

POA, as a member organization of OrthoNJ, is strongly committed to creating and preserving equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We make all employment decisions – including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, dismissal from employment, and other personnel matters – without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, gender identity and expression, parental status, or other legally protected characteristics or conduct.