Per Diem PACU/ Operating Room RN

St. Michael's Eye and Laser Institute; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

PRN flexibility

Advanced ophthalmic equipment

Job summary

St. Michael's Surgery Center in Largo, FL is seeking an experienced OR Nurse or Surgical Tech for a per diem role in ophthalmology. The center operates in a modern facility with high-volume, complex eye procedures and a supportive team.

Expect no nights or weekend obligations with true PRN flexibility. You’ll work with advanced ophthalmic equipment and a skilled clinical team to maintain smooth workflow and patient safety throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Operating Room or Ambulatory Surgery Center experience.
• Active, unencumbered FL RN license.
• Current BLS and ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Circulate or scrub for ophthalmic procedures (cataracts, corneal transplants, shunt implants, retinal surgeries).
• Maintain a sterile, safe, and efficient OR environment.
• Assist with pre‑op and PACU flow, including patient assessment and discharge.
• Collaborate with surgeons and clinical team to keep the day moving safely.

Skills

Operating room experience

Ophthalmology experience

Fast-paced environment

Education

Florida RN license

Tools

Zeiss Opmi Lumera

Centurion Cataract Vision Systems

Job description

Per Diem PACU/ Operating Room RN – Ophthalmology

Location: St. Michael's Surgery Center | 1018 West Bay Drive, Largo, FL Job Type: Per Diem / PRN

We are looking for an experienced OR Nurse [or Surgical Tech] to join St. Michael's Surgery Center in Largo on a per diem basis.

As a family-owned, independent practice that has served Pinellas County for over 50 years, we pride ourselves on running a smooth, highly efficient, and supportive AAAHC-accredited surgery center. If you are looking to pick up extra shifts and keep your clinical skills sharp without the grind of hospital call or weekend requirements, this is a great fit.

Why Work With Us

• Predictable Hours: No nights, no weekends, no holidays, and no on‑call requirements.
• True PRN Flexibility: We work with your schedule so you can pick up the shifts that make sense for you.
• Advanced Equipment: We invest heavily in our facility. You'll be working with complex, top‑tier technology, including Zeiss Opmi Lumera surgical microscopes and Centurion Cataract Vision Systems.
• Smooth Workflow: Ophthalmology is high-volume, but our team is experienced and well‑coordinated. We run a tight schedule in a modern, 7,500 square‑foot facility.

The Role

• Circulate [or scrub] for a variety of ophthalmic procedures, including complex cataracts, corneal transplants, eye shunt implants, and retinal surgeries.
• Maintain a sterile, safe, and efficient environment in the OR.
• Assist with pre‑op and PACU flow, including patient assessment and discharge.
• Work closely with our surgeons and dedicated clinical team to keep the surgical day moving safely.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of Operating Room or Ambulatory Surgery Center experience. (Ophthalmology experience is preferred, but we are happy to train someone with strong OR fundamentals).
• Active, unencumbered FL RN license
• Current BLS and ACLS.
• Strong pacing—you need to be comfortable in a fast‑turnaround environment and work well as part of a close‑knit team.