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Job Description
Job description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Union County Surgery Center also known as United Clinical Group (UCG), is a multi-specialty medical group that is dedicated in providing a continuum of care to all patients. Our Ambulatory Surgery Center in Union NJ, is currently looking to add a per diem Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse to the team. We are a 2-room same day surgery center that specializes in podiatry, GI, OBGYN, urology, general, and pain management. Our specialists, nurses, and technicians provide the highest level of patient-centered care through collaboration as a team. UCG focuses on coordination of care by communicating with patients and their loved ones through the entire surgical journey. •Hours for this position are every Monday & Tuesday, 1-2 Wednesdays per month, and 2 Saturdays per month.•
RESPONSIBILITIES
Understands patients' rights, safety procedures, State and Local laws/regulations Identify and compassionately react to the emotional and physical needs of patients throughout their surgical journey Demonstrates and practices aseptic techniques Sets up sterile/clean operating room with the correct instruments and supplies Ability to concentrate and quickly respond to given directions from the team of surgeons/RN's/Admins Follows company policies, standards and keeps informed of changes through organizational participation Maintains and updates patient documents and patient progress Operates consistently with clinical knowledge and skills competencies to facilitate patient care in accordance with current standards of practice Actively participates in continuing education and welcomes new learning experiences Clearly communicates, collaborates and positively interacts with the team, patients and families Understands how to operate clinical/office equipment used for patient care Comprehends the need to be flexible and have the ability to adapt in order to meet the needs of patients and fellow co-workers Adheres to Quality Assessment Performance Program (QAPI), compliance program and safety/risk management program Must be able to work 2 Saturdays per month. Key Responsibilities Pre-Operative Care (Pre-Op): Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, reviewing medical history, medications, allergies, lab results, and confirming informed consent and operative site specific to the procedure Perform pre-op tasks like checking vital signs, starting IVs, administering eye drops for ophthalmology cases, or pre-op analgesics for pain management procedures; ensure compliance with NPO (nothing by mouth) guidelines. Educate patients and families on specialty-specific procedures and post-op expectations, such as activity restrictions or wound care. Assure all medical documents are completed and signed by patients and physicians prior to surgery. Post-Anesthesia Care (PACU): Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia (general, regional, local, or monitored anesthesia care) tailored to the specialty, assessing vital signs, pain, nausea, and consciousness levels. Manage specialty-specific post-op complications, such as: mpartment syndrome, neurovascular status, or cast/splint issues after joint replacements or fracture repairs.
Podiatry :
Check for foot/ankle swelling, nerve block effects, or infection risks post-bunionectomy or reconstructive surgery.
Pain Management :
Evaluate pain relief efficacy and monitor for sedation or respiratory depression after epidural/spinal injections or nerve blocks. Administer medications (e.g., antiemetics, analgesics, or eye drops) and intervene promptly for complications like respiratory distress or bleeding. Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic health records (SIS); provide detailed handoff reports for discharge or unit transfer. Offer tailored discharge instructions, such as eye patch care (ophthalmology), crutch use (orthopedic/podiatry), activity limits (pain/vascular), or signs of complications to watch for.
General Duties:
Advocate for patient rights and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including specialty surgeons and anesthesiologists, for seamless care. Participate in unit tasks like narcotic counts, equipment checks (e.g., ophthalmology microscopes or orthopedic traction devices), and quality improvement. Maintain infection control, safety protocols, and compliance with specialty-specific guidelines (e.g., sterile technique for vascular grafts).
Required Qualifications and Skills Education and Certification:
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Active New Jersey State Registered Nurse (RN) License Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required
Experience:
Minimum 1-2 years in Pre-OP and/or PACU, experience in an Ambulatory Surgical Center Familiarity with specialty-specific procedures (e.
g:
pain management, GI, urology, podiatry, general, and OBGYN procedures).
Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of anesthesia effects, specialty-specific pharmacology (e.g., eye drops, anticoagulants), and emergency responses in high-acuity settings. Strong assessment skills for detecting complications unique to each specialty Excellent communication and patient education skills, adapting to diverse needs (e.g., elderly ophthalmology patients or chronic pain patients). Proficiency in electronic medical records (SIS complete) and specialty equipment
QUALIFICATIONS
Active RN License in New Jersey BLS Certification ACLS Certification Must be able to work 2 Saturdays per month
Pre-Op/PACU:
2 years
Experience Job Types:
Per Diem Pay:
$45.00 - $50.00 per hour Application Question(s): Are you willing to work each Monday and Tuesday, 1-2 Wednesdays per month and 2 Saturdays per month?
