Operating Room Registered Nurse
United Surgical Solutions of Wayne
Wayne, New Jersey
RN
Posted Aug 18
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- OR
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Weekends
- Every weekend
- Term
- Per Diem
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Ambulatory Surgery
- Accepts
- RN
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About this role
*Job Summary*
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented *Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)* to join our growing ambulatory surgical center. As a *newly established 3-operating room facility specializing in adult orthopedic and pain procedures*, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team from the ground up.
In this role, you will provide expert perioperative nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes. Your expertise in aseptic technique, patient assessment, and intraoperative support will be essential in delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.
We are currently hiring *per diem and part-time staff* to support our flexible surgical schedule.
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*Schedule*
- *Days:* Sunday – Friday
- *Hours:* 7:00 AM – End of cases (varies based on daily schedule)
*Key Responsibilities*
- Prepare the operating room by ensuring all sterile equipment, supplies, and instruments are available and properly processed.
- Assist surgeons and the surgical team with patient positioning, instrument handling, and maintenance of a sterile field.
- Perform preoperative and intraoperative patient assessments and ensure safety protocols are followed.
- Monitor patient status during procedures, including vital signs and response to anesthesia (in collaboration with anesthesia team).
- Administer medications in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.
- Support post-operative care, including patient monitoring, pain management, and discharge readiness.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system.
- Ensure compliance with infection control standards, aseptic technique, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure seamless patient care throughout the surgical experience.
*Qualifications & Experience*
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Jersey
- BLS/ACLS certification required
- Prior experience in *Operating Room or Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)* preferred
- Strong knowledge of sterile technique, infection control, and perioperative nursing practices
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment
- Experience with EMR/EHR systems preferred
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
*Preferred Experience*
- Orthopedic and/or pain management procedures
- Pre-op, intra-op (circulating/scrub), and PACU experience
- IV therapy and medication administration
- Patient education and discharge planning
*Why Join Us?*
Join a *high-energy, collaborative team* where your contributions truly matter. As a new center, we offer a unique opportunity to *grow with us*, help shape our culture, and be part of building something exceptional from the start.
We value
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and positivity
- Professional growth and development
*What We Offer*
- Flexible scheduling (per diem / part-time opportunities)
- Supportive and team-oriented environment
- Opportunity for growth as the center expands
Work Location: In person
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Requirements
- RN License
- Outpatient surgery experience
- Patient comfort
- PACU experience
- Pain medicine
- Preoperative patient preparation
- Surgery
- Injectable medication administration
- Electronic health records (EHR) management
Place
- City
- Wayne, New Jersey
- State price level
- 9% above the national average
- Address
- 246 Hamburg Tpke Ste 104, Wayne, NJ 07470, USA
New Jersey index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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