Oral Surgery Nurse (LPN or RN)

Overview

The Oral Surgery Nurse provides high-quality clinical support to the oral surgeon and ensures safe, compassionate care for patients undergoing oral and maxillofacial procedures. This role involves preparing patients for surgery, assisting during procedures, and providing post-operative care and education.

Duties

• Assist oral surgeon with surgical and non-surgical procedures, including sedation and anesthesia support.
• Obtain IV access in sedation patients.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs before, during, and after procedures.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients and caregivers.
• Administer and/or assist with medications under the surgeon’s supervision and in accordance with state regulations.
• Maintain accurate patient records, charts, and documentation.
• Support infection control and sterilization protocols to ensure a safe clinical environment.
• Respond promptly and effectively to medical emergencies.
• Educate patients on oral health, wound care, pain management, and recovery.
• Collaborate with the oral surgery team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Skills

• Current RN or LPN license (state-specific).
• CPR/BLS certification required (ACLS preferred).
• Previous experience in oral surgery, surgical nursing, emergency, or critical care preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments, aseptic technique, and anesthesia monitoring a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to assist with patient transfers and positioning.
• Manual dexterity for handling surgical instruments.

Work Environment

• Clinical/surgical setting within an oral and maxillofacial surgery office.
• Direct patient interaction and hands-on surgical support.
• Position is minimum of 30 hours per week.

Join us to make a meaningful difference in patient lives through compassionate nursing practice! We are committed to fostering a vibrant, supportive work environment while ensuring every patient receives exceptional care tailored to their unique needs.

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $30