Registered Nurse Circulator - Outpatient Surgery

Sono Bello; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 56,481 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Sono Bello is seeking a highly capable RN to join our operating room and PACU teams in McLean, VA. You will assist in preoperative and postoperative care, monitor patients, and support surgeons and anesthesia teams to ensure safety and quality throughout procedures.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license, 2+ years in PACU or OR, and current BLS/ACLS certifications; strong communication and teamwork are essential. Full-time, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Minimum 2 years PACU/OR nursing experience.
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Strong knowledge of operative care and anesthesia management.
• Ability to work well on a team and communicate clearly.
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preoperative assessments and preparation for surgery.
• Collaborate with surgical team to ensure smooth procedures.
• Ensure patient positioning, sterility and safety during surgery.
• Monitor vital signs and patient status intraoperatively.
• Support sterile environment and instrument handling, document data.
• In PACU, monitor post-anesthesia patients and manage pain as needed.
• Educate patients and families about postoperative care and recovery.
• Provide post-operative wound checks and medication management.

Skills

RN license

2+ yrs PACU/OR

BLS ACLS

Teamwork

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN license in state

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Sono Bello is America's top cosmetic surgery specialist, with 185+ board-certified surgeons who have performed over 300,000 laser liposuction and body contouring procedures. A career at Sono Bello means being part of a dynamic and high-energy work environment where every team member can make a difference. We love what we do, and it shows! We believe everyone deserves to have their best body today and pursue their best life now.

Key Responsibilities

Operating Room (OR)

• Assist in preoperative assessments and preparation of patients for surgery, including premedicating, starting IVs, etc.
• Collaborate with the surgical team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technicians, to ensure smooth and efficient procedures.
• Ensure proper patient positioning, sterility, and safety during surgery.
• Monitor vital signs and patient status throughout the procedure.
• Provide support and assist in the maintenance of a sterile environment and assist in surgical instrument handling.
• Document patient information and surgical data accurately during the procedure.
• Ability and willingness to process instrumentation for surgery.

Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

• Monitor and assess patients in the immediate postoperative period for any complications or adverse reactions to anesthesia.
• Provide pain management and administer prescribed medications as needed.
• Assess vital signs, level of consciousness, and response to anesthesia, ensuring patient stability and safety.
• Collaborate with the anesthesia team and surgeons to manage and resolve any postoperative issues.
• Educate patients and their families about postoperative care, discharge instructions, and recovery expectations.
• Document patient progress and any complications in the medical record.

Office Based Appointments

• Accompany surgeon to preoperative visits and assist with preparing and educating the patient regarding upcoming procedures.
• Provide post-operative care including surgical wound checks and assist with post operative medication management.
• Assess vital signs, healing and any other postoperative needs.

General Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and hospital policies.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and decision-making in emergency situations.
• Provide compassionate and effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development to stay current with medical advancements and nursing best practices.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience of either PACU or OR nursing, or both.
• American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certifications required
• Strong knowledge of operative care, anesthesia management, and surgical procedures.
• Ability to work well on a team
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with specific surgical specialties (e.g., plastic, cosmetic, etc.).
• Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Work Conditions

• Full-time position, excluding nights, call and company holidays.
• May involve standing for long periods, lifting, and assisting patients as part of routine duties.
• Work in a sterile clinical environment as well as in an office-based setting for office appointments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25-50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, and move patients as necessary.

Compensation Range: $41 USD - $49 USD

Pay may vary by location, and actual compensation depends on factors like qualifications, experience, skills, and business needs. Sono Bello may adjust this range in the future. Full-time employees may also receive benefits such as incentives, equity, health coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.

Benefits Package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, EAP, PTO, and Paid Holidays. (Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment status.)

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