Registered Nurse-Post Op
Whiting, New Jersey
RN · Perioperative
Posted Jul 23
- Unit
- PACU
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Setting
- Clinic
- Accepts
- RN
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About this role
Per Diem Outpatient Surgery Center Nurse – Pre/Post Op. Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Per Diem Outpatient Surgery Center Nurse specializing in pre-operative and post-operative care. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and comfort in a fast-paced outpatient setting. Key
Responsibilities
Assess patients' health status before surgery and prepare them for procedures; Monitor patients' vital signs and overall condition during pre-operative and post-operative phases; Administer medications and treatments as prescribed; Educate patients and their families on post-operative care instructions and recovery processes; Document patient information accurately and maintain detailed medical records; Collaborate with surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care; Respond promptly to patient needs and emergencies during the perioperative period.
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Requirements
- RN
- NJ RN
- Valid NJ RN license
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- Outpatient surgery experience preferred
- Pre-op and post-op nursing experience preferred
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities
- Knowledge of surgical procedures, anesthesia protocols, and infection control standards
Place
- City
- Whiting, New Jersey
- State price level
- 9% above the national average
New Jersey index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.
Whiting is a quiet community in Ocean County, nestled within the New Jersey Pine Barrens and close to the Jersey Shore. Its small-town atmosphere and proximity to retirement communities give it a slower-paced feel, while nearby beaches and state forests offer outdoor recreation for nurses seeking a calmer base between shifts.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.
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