Perioperative RN: Elevate Surgical Care & Safety

Weiler Plastic Surgery; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Weiler Plastic Surgery in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a skilled Registered Nurse to support perioperative care in a fast-paced clinic setting. The role emphasizes patient assessment, safety, and coordination with surgeons and staff before, during, and after procedures.

You will ensure informed consent, manage IV access, monitor vitals, administer meds per orders, and uphold strict infection control and documentation standards in the EHR. Physical ability to assist patients is required.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Prefer experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control practices.
• Ability to lift/move patients up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assess, instruct, and prepare patients prior to surgery.
• Ensure operative and informed consents are signed and correct.
• Initiate IVs and inform patients about the procedure.
• Continuously monitor vital signs post anesthesia.
• Administer medications per MD orders.
• Evaluate signs of anesthesia- or surgery-related complications.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate data in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff to coordinate care.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient advocacy

Infection control

EHR proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Weiler Plastic Surgery in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a skilled Registered Nurse to support perioperative care in a fast-paced clinic setting. The role emphasizes patient assessment, safety, and coordination with surgeons and staff before, during, and after procedures.

You will ensure informed consent, manage IV access, monitor vitals, administer meds per orders, and uphold strict infection control and documentation standards in the EHR. Physical ability to assist patients is required.