Registered Nurse (Surgery)

(Hiring) Registered Nurse (Surgery)-(Onsite) Pay: $75-$100k + BenefitsJob Overview

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (Surgery) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide expert nursing care to surgical patients across various specialties, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through comprehensive assessments, meticulous planning, and precise execution of nursing interventions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive clinical experience, demonstrate exceptional technical proficiency, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety and care quality. This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your expertise directly impacts patient recovery and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments, including vital signs, medical history review, and patient education on surgical procedures.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of sterile fields, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques during operative procedures.
• Monitor patients' vital signs continuously during surgery and anesthesia administration, responding promptly to any deviations.
• Administer medications safely, including IV infusions, injections, and sedation as prescribed by physicians.
• Manage postoperative care by assessing pain levels, wound care, and monitoring for signs of complications such as infection or bleeding.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and physical therapists—to coordinate seamless patient care.
• Document all nursing activities accurately within electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems) while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide patient education on postoperative care plans, medication management, and recovery expectations.
• Support patients with complex needs such as those requiring dialysis access management or long-term care planning.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on infection control, trauma medicine protocols, and patient safety standards.

Requirements

• Valid RN license in the relevant jurisdiction with current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Minimum of three years’ experience working in surgical units or operating rooms within hospital settings.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sterile processing techniques and aseptic procedures.
• Experience managing patients with acute pain or requiring complex postoperative interventions.
• Skilled in IV insertion, catheterization, suturing, and tube feeding management.
• Familiarity with critical care environments including ICU or Level I/II trauma centers is advantageous.
• Excellent clinical assessment skills combined with effective communication abilities across diverse patient populations.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols and experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs is desirable.
• Ability to adapt quickly in emergency situations such as trauma response or urgent surgical interventions.

This position is integral to delivering high-quality surgical nursing care that emphasizes safety, efficiency, and compassionate support. We welcome dedicated professionals eager to advance their careers within a collaborative healthcare environment committed to excellence.