Pre-Op/PACU Nurse - Orthopedic Ambulatory Surgery

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates; Montgomery Township (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 73.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates in New Jersey is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU Nurse for our brand-new Ambulatory Surgery Center. The nurse delivers and documents patient care in collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, and staff to ensure safe orthopedic outcomes.

Qualified candidates are RN with NJ license and ACLS/BCLS; perioperative experience is a plus. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and strong documentation are essential in our fast-paced ambulatory setting.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; current Registered Nurse license for the State of New Jersey required.
• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Clinical judgment

Communication

Teamwork

Ausbildung

RN license - New Jersey

ACLS/BCLS certification

Jobbeschreibung

Princeton Orthopaedic Associates in New Jersey is seeking a Pre-Op/PACU Nurse for our brand-new Ambulatory Surgery Center. The nurse delivers and documents patient care in collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, and staff to ensure safe orthopedic outcomes.

Qualified candidates are RN with NJ license and ACLS/BCLS; perioperative experience is a plus. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and strong documentation are essential in our fast-paced ambulatory setting.