You would precept other nursesParticipate in staff meetings, training, and orientation of new personnel.
Day to day
individualized nursing care in Pre-op, PACU, and O.R. settingsDeliver safe, individualized nursing care in Pre-op, PACU, and O.R. settings.
Day to day
conduct preoperative assessments and implement care plansConduct thorough preoperative assessments and implement care plans.
Day to day
monitor post-operative patients for progress and complicationsMonitor patients post-operatively for progress and complications.
Day to day
educate patients and caregivers on discharge instructions and recoveryEducate patients and caregivers on discharge instructions and recovery.
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participate in admitting and discharging patientsParticipate in admitting and discharging patients in a timely, safe manner.
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support infection control and safety protocolsSupport infection control and safety protocols.
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assist with inventory, stocking, and peri-operative environment cleanlinessAssist with inventory, stocking, and maintaining a clean peri-operative environment.
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respond to emergency situations and alarmsRespond competently to emergency situations and alarms.
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collaborate in QAPI initiatives and continuous improvement effortsCollaborate in QAPI initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
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maintain accurate documentation and communicate with stakeholdersMaintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
At the ENT & Allergy Specialists, Center for Surgical Care, we are committed to delivering safe, efficient, and exceptional patient care. Our team of dedicated professionals works collaboratively to ensure every patient receives compassionate and high-quality surgical care in a supportive environment.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our surgical care team. This role involves providing nursing care throughout the pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases. The RN will serve as a patient advocate and collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver safe, individualized nursing care in Pre-op, PACU, and O. R. settings.
Conduct thorough preoperative assessments and implement care plans.
Monitor patients post-operatively for progress and complications.
Educate patients and caregivers on discharge instructions and recovery.
Participate in admitting and discharging patients in a timely, safe manner.
Support infection control and safety protocols.
Assist with inventory, stocking, and maintaining a clean peri-operative environment.
Respond competently to emergency situations and alarms.
Collaborate in QAPI initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
Participate in staff meetings, training, and orientation of new personnel.
Why Join Us?
Work in a collaborative and respectful team environment.
Make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
Enjoy a consistent Monday –Friday schedule in a specialized surgical care setting.
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
Requirements
Current RN licensure in the state of Kentucky
BLS/ACLS certification (or willingness to obtain).
Experience in surgical or ambulatory care settings preferred.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to adapt to changing schedules and patient care assignments.
Commitment to patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
Neighborhoods+Florence offers distinct residential pockets catering to different preferences, from the master-planned Plantation Pointe off Houston Road—featuring tree-lined streets, townhouses, and single-family homes—to Oakbrook, an established community with a mix of condos, townhouses, single-family properties, and shared amenities like tennis courts and pools. The Turfway Park area provides convenient access to major thoroughfares alongside apartment and townhome options, while Gunpowder Trails offers a quieter, more scenic suburban setting. Clinicians also frequently explore neighboring Boone and Kenton County communities, including Union, Burlington, Hebron, Edgewood, and Dry Ridge.
Florence offers distinct residential pockets catering to different preferences, from the master-planned Plantation Pointe off Houston Road—featuring tree-lined streets, townhouses, and single-family homes—to Oakbrook, an established community with a mix of condos, townhouses, single-family properties, and shared amenities like tennis courts and pools. The Turfway Park area provides convenient access to major thoroughfares alongside apartment and townhome options, while Gunpowder Trails offers a quieter, more scenic suburban setting.
Clinicians also frequently explore neighboring Boone and Kenton County communities, including Union, Burlington, Hebron, Edgewood, and Dry Ridge.
Getting around+Florence is centered on Interstate 71 and Interstate 75, giving healthcare workers straightforward highway connections to regional medical centers in Northern Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati. However, public transportation options are very limited, making a personal vehicle essential for shift commutes. Commuters should expect recurring bottlenecks during rush hours, particularly along the heavy retail and commercial stretch of Mall Road.
Florence is centered on Interstate 71 and Interstate 75, giving healthcare workers straightforward highway connections to regional medical centers in Northern Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati. However, public transportation options are very limited, making a personal vehicle essential for shift commutes.
Commuters should expect recurring bottlenecks during rush hours, particularly along the heavy retail and commercial stretch of Mall Road.
Outdoors+Recreational green space in town includes Florence Nature Park, which features walking trails, open picnic grounds, and a serene pond. Just outside the city, the Boone County Arboretum offers paved walking paths bordered by diverse trees and floral collections. For broader outings, residents head to Big Bone Lick State Historic Site for hiking and viewing the resident bison herd, or Devou Park for scenic trails and panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline.
Recreational green space in town includes Florence Nature Park, which features walking trails, open picnic grounds, and a serene pond. Just outside the city, the Boone County Arboretum offers paved walking paths bordered by diverse trees and floral collections.
For broader outings, residents head to Big Bone Lick State Historic Site for hiking and viewing the resident bison herd, or Devou Park for scenic trails and panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Florence
Recognizable across the Ohio River Valley by its cheerful 'Florence Y'all' water tower along Interstate 75, Florence serves as Northern Kentucky's central commercial anchor. For relocating nurses, the city delivers everyday suburban convenience with direct highway access to major hospital networks in Boone and Kenton counties, as well as downtown Cincinnati. Established subdivisions like Plantation Pointe and Oakbrook provide family-friendly layouts, walking trails, and neighborhood pools near well-regarded Boone County schools, while the Turfway Park area offers accessible apartments and townhomes close to racing and entertainment. Off-duty hours can be spent enjoying patio dining at Barleycorns or Blind Squirrel, walking the serene paths of Florence Nature Park, or cheering on the Florence Y'alls minor league baseball team. Practical tradeoffs center on transportation: public transit is minimal, making a personal vehicle necessary, and traffic around the Mall Road commercial corridor can be heavy during peak hours. For healthcare professionals seeking a dependable suburban community with easy access to big-city amenities just across the river, Florence offers a grounded and practical home base.
