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Broadway Plastic Surgery Center

1 job near Columbus, OH

Experienced OR Nurse

Broadway Plastic Surgery Center

Englewood, CO • On-site

$40 - $47/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Experienced OR Nurse – Broadway Plastic Surgery/Murphy Plastic Surgery - No Weekends or Call Required

Location: Denver, CO.
Reports To:  Medical Director/Operating Room Manager.
Job Type: Part-Time, Potential for Full-Time, Non-Exempt.
Position Summary:
The Operating Room (OR) Nurse at Murphy Plastic Surgery plays a vital role in the coordination and delivery of patient care during surgical procedures. This role encompasses responsibilities in pre-operative assessment, intra-operative nursing care, and post-operative recovery. The OR Nurse works closely with the surgeon, anesthesia provider, CST, and other team members to ensure patient safety, comfort, and successful surgical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Operative Care:
  • Perform nursing assessments prior to surgery, including vitals, patient history, and medication review.
  • Educate patients about surgical procedures, post-op expectations, and recovery plans.
  • Start IVs, administer medications, and prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery.

Intra-Operative Support:
  • Monitor and document patient vitals, sedation levels, and overall condition during procedures.
  • Assist the surgical team with sterile technique, supplies, and equipment as needed.
  • Maintain accurate and timely intra-operative documentation in the EMR system.

Post-Operative Care:
  • Monitor patients in the recovery area, assessing vitals, pain levels, and surgical sites.
  • Provide discharge instructions and ensure post-op care plans are clearly communicated.
  • Administer medications, manage IVs, and ensure patients meet discharge criteria.

Team Collaboration:
  • Communicate clearly with surgeons, CSTs, anesthesia providers, and front office staff to coordinate smooth surgical days.
  • Participate in staff meetings, training, and ongoing clinical education.
  • Assist with inventory management, sterilization monitoring, and equipment maintenance.

Required Qualifications:
  • Current Colorado RN license in good standing.
  • BLS and ACLS certification.
  • Minimum 1 years of OR nursing experience.  In addition to surgery, pre-op and PACU experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in IV starts, medication administration, and patient education.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in outpatient or plastic surgery surgical settings.
  • Knowledge of Nextech or comparable EMR systems.
  • Strong communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.

Working Conditions:
  • On-site, part-time or full-time position with early start times on surgical days.
  • NO WEEKENDS OR CALL REQUIRED.
  • Requires standing for long periods and wearing surgical PPE.