Pre/Post Op RN - Per Diem (Ambulatory Surgery)

Prism Vision Group; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prism Vision Group is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse for the Pavonia Surgery Center in Union, NJ. The RN will provide skilled nursing care, plan for patient care, and educate patients before and after procedures in a ophthalmology setting.

The ideal candidate will have NJ RN licensure, BLS, and 1+ year of experience (ophthalmology preferred). Per diem schedule, with responsibilities including pre/postoperative assessment and coordination of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program with NJ RN license.
• BLS required; ACLS requested, not required.
• 1+ year RN experience; ophthalmology preferred.
• Knowledge of Privacy Practices & Patient Bill of Rights.
• Familiar with pre-operative testing requirements and surgical risks.
• Strong attention to detail and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess the patient’s physical status through observation and interaction.
• Perform patient assessment and evaluation including medical and surgical history.
• Identify educational, psychosocial, and cultural needs.
• Demonstrate ability to interpret diagnostic measures (lab, radiology, EKG).
• Identify patient needs and communicate to the care team.
• Act as patient advocate in coordination of care.
• Maintain knowledge of medications and anesthesia-related drugs.
• Document medication administration and patient care accurately.
• Practice infection control and environmental safety.

Skills

Patient assessment

Pre-operative testing knowledge

Identification of surgical risks

Knowledge of emergency procedures

Infection control

Attention to detail

Education

RN license (NJ)

BLS certification

Job description

Prism Vision Group is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse for the Pavonia Surgery Center in Union, NJ. The RN will provide skilled nursing care, plan for patient care, and educate patients before and after procedures in a ophthalmology setting.

The ideal candidate will have NJ RN licensure, BLS, and 1+ year of experience (ophthalmology preferred). Per diem schedule, with responsibilities including pre/postoperative assessment and coordination of care.