Registered Nurse, Plastic Surgery

APDerm; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

APDerm in Worcester, MA is seeking a Registered Nurse to support surgeons and the nursing team in the operating room and pre/post-operative care. The RN will circulate, scrub, educate patients, administer medications, maintain charts, and contribute to a safe, efficient clinical environment.

The role requires OR/PACU/ICU experience, a BSN, BLS/ALCS certification, and an MA nursing license. Compensation is hourly, with a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited college or university.
• Current MA state nursing license; BLS and ALCS certifications.
• Experience in Plastic Surgery or OR is preferred; PACU/ICU experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Pre-oping patients for medical clearance.
• Monitoring patients during the procedure and providing post-op care and instructions.
• Maintain a safe work environment and educate patients on procedures.
• Aid in patient visits, triage, inventory, etc.
• Administer medications and use medical equipment.
• Keep records and maintain patients' charts.
• Team player in a clinical setting.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic working environment.
• Prepare rooms and equipment and decontaminate instruments.
• Commit to APDerm core values: Positivity, Productivity, Professionalism.
• Complete all required training by deadlines (Code of Conduct, Privacy & Data Security, OSHA).

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal & customer service

Time management

Adaptable in fast-paced environments

Proactive forethought

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

MA state nursing license

Job description

Overview

The Registered Nurse will work alongside the surgeons and other nurses in our healthcare setting. This role will be responsible for circulating, scrubbing, caring for patients pre- and post-operative, while helping patients achieve their desired results and in support of the other staff.

Responsibilities

• Pre-oping patients for medical clearance
• Monitoring patients during the procedure and providing post-op care and instructions
• Maintain a safe work environment and play a large role in educating patients on specific procedures, explaining what to expect before, during, and after
• As well as working in the OR, this RN will aid in patient visits, triage, inventory, etc.
• Administering medications and using medical equipment
• Keeping good records and maintaining patients' charts
• The ability to work as part of a team in a clinical setting
• Maintain a safe, hygienic working environment
• Prepare rooms and medical equipment and decontaminate instruments
• Maintains a ONETeam mindset using the foundation of our core values, the 3Ps: Positivity, Productivity, and Professionalism.
• Support APDerm's mission and culture of high-quality standards by carrying out applicable policies, procedures and established industry standards, laws and regulations. Examples include adhering to privacy and data protection practices, ensuring a safe workplace, and reporting observed or suspected behavior and actions that do not meet APDerm standards.
• Complete all assigned required training by the deadline including, but not limited the Code of Conduct, Privacy & Data Security, and OSHA.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Plastic Surgery Experience - Preferred
• OR experience - 1 Year prior experience Required
• PACU or ICU experience - 1 Year prior experience Required
• Education: Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited college or university
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: BLS, ALCS certification, Current MA state nursing license

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment with an adaptable personality
• Necessary to be a proactive person and able to have foresight to prepare for upcoming situations

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Standing for long periods, lifting moderate weight and working in environments where there may be infectious material

The salary for this role will range from USD $48.00 to 65.14 per hour based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to years of experience, location, relevant skills, training, education, etc. Certain roles may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives.

APDerm supports your life's needs through an extensive offering comprehensive, competitive and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.

APDerm is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or APDerm policy.

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