Registered Nurse - Surgical - Per Diem

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 Surgical 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 the 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 (cataract, cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastic, retina). Equipment & Supply Management: Prepare and check OR equipment, supplies, and medications. Schedule: Per diem No nights, No weekends 3 days per week: Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday What You'll Bring/ Requirements: 4-year degree from an accredited school of nursing. 2 years of RN work experience. Current RN license in the state of Connecticut. Understanding of operative procedures and post-operative care Bonus Points: Previous experience in a surgical center. Comprehensive knowledge of pre-operative nursing care in an ambulatory surgery setting. Refocus is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity.