We are seeking a highly capable surgical nurse to join our team. In this role, you will be providing bedside care for pre-and post-surgery patients, monitoring vital signs, and administering prescribed medications.

Location: Carmel, NY

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Specialty: General Surgery

Pay: $40.00 - $70.00/ hour (Depending on Experience & Education)Surgical Nurse

Responsibilities:

• Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
• Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.
• Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications.
• Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs.
• Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements.
• Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
• Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
• Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
• Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records.
• Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.

Surgical Nurse Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• State-approved nursing licensure.
• At least two years' experience as a medical-surgical nurse in a similar facility.
• Competency in electronic patient management systems.
• Extensive experience in monitoring a broad range of medical conditions.
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in medical-surgical nursing.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Medical specialties:

• Perioperative Care
• Surgery

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• 5x8
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Carmel, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person