Surgical Scrub Nurse - Plastic Surgery

At Aristocrat Plastic Surgery, our goal is to attain the highest level of patient satisfaction. We are here to help you reach all your goals. From the time you enter our beautiful waiting room, expect to receive the highest level of care. Our facilities are equipped with the latest and safest technologies in the field of plastic and reconstructive surgery.

We are currently in need of a Scrub Nurse for our Great Neck and Manhattan locations. A Plastic Surgery Scrub Nurse is a vital member of the surgical team responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient preparation, execution, and follow-up of plastic surgery procedures. This role combines clinical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient care. Must be able to commute to both locations, which are in Great Neck and New York City.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Preoperative Duties:

• Prepare the operating room for plastic surgery procedures, ensuring all necessary instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are available.

• Perform surgical scrub and assist in gowning and gloving the surgical team.

• Verify and ensure all equipment is functioning properly before surgery.

• Collaborate with the surgical team to confirm the patient’s identity, surgical site, and procedure.

2. Intraoperative Duties:

• Assist the surgeon by providing instruments, sutures, and other necessary supplies during surgery.

• Maintain the sterile field and monitor for potential contamination.

• Anticipate the surgeon’s needs to facilitate the procedure efficiently.

• Ensure accurate handling, labeling, and counting of surgical instruments, sponges, and sharps.

3. Postoperative Duties:

• Assist with dressing the surgical site and preparing the patient for transfer to recovery.

• Ensure proper cleaning, sterilization, and storage of instruments and equipment.

• Document surgical activities, including counts and any intraoperative occurrences.

• Participate in postoperative briefings to review outcomes and address any concerns.

4. General Responsibilities:

• Support the surgical team with other tasks as needed, including patient education and preoperative preparation.

• Stay updated on advancements in plastic surgery techniques, tools, and protocols.

• Comply with infection control and safety standards in the operating room.

• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

Education & Certification:

• Active RN or LPN license (required).

• Certification in Perioperative Nursing (CNOR) is a plus.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a scrub nurse, preferably in plastic or cosmetic surgery.

• Familiarity with aesthetic procedures and reconstructive techniques is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail and manual dexterity.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in high-stress situations.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Medical-Surgical
• Surgery

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Great Neck, NY 11021: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $85,000