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Join Our Surgical Team as a Dedicated Pre/Post-Op Registered Nurse (RN)!
Our established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to provide exceptional pre and post-operative care. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and comfort, utilizing your expertise to monitor and respond to their needs throughout the surgical process.
Your Impact:
- Comprehensive Pre-Op Care: Admit patients, conduct thorough assessments, and prepare them for surgery.
- Post-Operative Monitoring & Care: Receive patients from surgery, evaluate their needs, and provide attentive post-operative care.
- Accurate Patient Assessment & Documentation: Monitor and document patient status, ensuring clear and concise records.
- Treatment Administration & Order Fulfillment: Carry out prescribed treatments and physician orders with precision.
- Patient Education & Follow-Up: Provide clear post-operative instructions and conduct follow-up phone calls.
- OR Log Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date operating room logs.
- Sterile Environment Maintenance: monitor the sterile field.
- Surgical Team Support: Assist anesthesia, scrub, and medical personnel to ensure smooth operations.
- Equipment & Supply Management: Prepare and check OR equipment, supplies, and medications.
Schedule:
- Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM
What You'll Bring/Requirements:
- 4-year degree from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current RN license in the state of Connecticut.
- Strong understanding of ophthalmic operative procedures and post-operative care.
- Comprehensive knowledge of pre-operative nursing care in an ambulatory surgery setting.
- Understanding of medical pathophysiology and potential surgical complications.
- Up-to-date knowledge of pharmaceuticals and anesthetic agents.
- Proficiency in fluid and electrolyte balance management.
- Expertise in patient assessment, intravenous therapy, CPR, and artificial ventilation.
- Ability to work in a sterile environment.
Bonus Points:
- Previous experience in a surgical center.
Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive 401(k) with matching.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Flexible spending account.
- Generous paid time off.
We thrive on: Care for our patients and team, effective Collaboration, and a commitment to Elevate.
Refocus is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity.
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