Registered Nurse - Private Practice

Position Purpose: Our nurses serve as trusted clinical partners to W. Dale Franks Jr., MD and the WDF clinical team by providing exceptional perioperative and postoperative nursing care while guiding patients and caregivers through every stage of their surgical journey. This role blends nursing discernment, thoughtful preparation, compassionate education, physician partnership, and operational awareness to create an experience where patients feel safe, informed, supported, and genuinely cared for. This is an opportunity to work alongside a board-certified plastic surgeon with a close-knit team, committed to excellence and high end patient experience.

We are searching for someone who doesn't simply complete-tasks - they take ownership, solve problems, anticipate needs, and help raise the standard for the entire team.

This role is ideal for a nurse who values working closely with one physician in a collaborative, private practice environment where leadership and clinical excellence are prioritized over high-volume, corporate practice models.

The WDF Mission

To glorify God by serving our patients with compassion and excellence, reflecting Christ-like care in every interaction, and fostering healing that brings both physical and spiritual transformation.

Success Measures Completes all opening and daily readiness procedures prior to the first scheduled patient; exercises foresight; protects patient dignity; communicates comprehensively; strengthens the team; demonstrates stewardship; pursues continual growth.

Schedule Expectations Full-time. Regular practice hours with preparation before patients arrive, end-of-day responsibilities, and occasional after-hours patient needs. Primarily weekday daytime hours, early mornings Occasional early evening hours required No overnight shifts

Responsibilities Surgical Post Op Patient Care: Comprehensive assessments- Wound, drain, and dressing management- Recovery assessment and escalation Surgery Day:- Patient preparation- Coordination with anesthesia- Consents, medications, vitals- OR transition while protecting dignity Patient Journey:- Education- Caregiver support- Continuity of care- Follow-up coordination Physician Partnership:- Comprehensive patient updates- Anticipate physician needs- Prepare patient before evaluation Documentation:- Accurate clinical documentation- Standardized photography- Supports continuity and physician decision-making Practice Operational Support:- Prepare for the entire day before first patient- Support practice flow- Collaborate with patient care coordinator Team Partnership:- Collaborate with all clinical roles- Preserve role clarity while ensuring nothing falls through the cracks Continuous Improvement:- Improve systems- Support accreditation- Refine workflows

Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina Previous recovery, surgical, or procedural nursing experience preferred BLS and ACLS Certification Strong assessment skills and attention to detail Professional and compassionate bedside manner Preferred: Plastic surgery or outpatient surgery experience; aesthetic nursing; bilingual English/Spanish.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has outstanding clinical judgement and attention to detail
• Communicates with professionalism, warmth, and confidence
• Leads by example and positively influences those around them
• Thrives in a flexible environment, while maintaining organization and calmness
• Previous recovery, surgical, or procedural nursing experience preferred
• Values continuous improvement, teamwork, accountability, and team meetings
• Has a genuine passion for nurturing and meeting people's needs
• Takes initiative
• Considers themselves a leader

• What We Offer
• Competitive hourly pay (commensurate with experience)
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Full-time, stable position
• Boutique clinical environment with intentional patient volume
• Supportive leadership and respectful team culture

What Makes WDF Different Board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience Maintains a boutique, concierge-style patient experience Supports a calm, refined, and highly organized workspace Recovery-focused excellence and patient safety Leadership that is actively building systems and creating a work space that values the needs of the team Cultivates a culture of trust, professionalism, accountability, and collaboration

Why Join WDF Aesthetic Plastic Surgery We believe nursing should be practiced with excellence, dignity, and margin. Our goal is to create an environment where nurses can deliver exceptional care without sacrificing balance or professionalism.

Our Core Values

We believe people are created in the image of God and that stewardship and excellence honor God and inspire those around us. We foster this toward both our team and patients.

To apply

Please submit your resume and a brief note outlining your nursing background and leadership qualities.

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person