Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN)

Atlantic Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TAG MedStaffing is seeking a Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) for Essex County, NJ. The role focuses on preoperative assessments, intraoperative support, and post-anesthesia care in an outpatient surgical setting.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of perioperative nursing experience, NJ RN licensure, and current BLS/ACLS certifications. Responsibilities include patient education, care coordination, and ensuring patient safety throughout the perioperative process.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
• Active RN license in New Jersey is required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• Minimum of 2+ years nursing experience; perioperative/outpatient surgical nursing preferred.
• Strong perioperative knowledge including patient assessment, IV therapy, and post-anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Preoperative assessment and patient preparation for surgery.
• Post-anesthesia care and monitoring of recovering patients.
• Administer IVs, medications, and fluids; manage pain and nausea.
• Educate patients and caregivers on surgery, recovery, and discharge.
• Coordinate care with surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow infection prevention protocols.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Organizational

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Job Overview – Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN)

Compensation: $110,000 – $120,000/year

Location: Essex County, NJ

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office), Occasional Weekends

TAG MedStaffing is hiring a Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) in Essex County, NJ for our client, supporting preoperative patient preparation and post‑anesthesia recovery in an outpatient surgical setting. This role will provide nursing assessments, monitor patients throughout the perioperative process, and collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe, high‑quality patient care. The ideal candidate brings strong clinical assessment skills, surgical nursing experience, and the ability to provide effective care in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities as the Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN)

• Preoperative Nursing: Assess and prepare patients for surgical procedures, including reviewing medical histories, obtaining vital signs, and completing preoperative documentation.
• Post‑Anesthesia Care: Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia, assess clinical conditions, and respond appropriately to changes or complications.
• Medication Administration: Establish IV access, administer prescribed medications and fluids, and provide pain and nausea management.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and caregivers on surgical preparation, recovery expectations, postoperative care, and discharge instructions.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and nursing staff to ensure safe patient transitions throughout the surgical process.
• Patient Safety: Maintain accurate clinical documentation, follow infection prevention protocols, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications for the Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN)

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey is required.
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required.
• Experience: 2+ years of nursing experience is required, with Pre‑Op, PACU, or outpatient surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of perioperative nursing, patient assessment, IV therapy, post‑anesthesia monitoring, and recovery care is required, with experience in gynecologic, urologic, or related surgical procedures preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong clinical judgment, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to provide safe, efficient patient care in a fast‑paced surgical environment are required.