Operating Room Nurse

Overview:      

We are seeking a skilled and adaptable Registered Nurse (RN) to join our small plastic surgery office. The primary responsibility of this role is to serve as a circulating nurse in the operating room during plastic surgery procedures, ensuring patient safety, maintaining a sterile environment, and supporting the surgical team. In addition to OR duties, the nurse will assist in the clinic with patient care and perform administrative tasks as needed. This position requires a compassionate, detail-oriented professional with excellent multitasking abilities to thrive in a dynamic, small-team environment.

Required Experience:

·        Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in WI.

·        BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required; ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred.

·        Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a circulating nurse in an operating room setting (experience in plastic surgery or outpatient surgery preferred but not required).

·        Strong knowledge of OR protocols, sterile technique, and surgical workflows.

·        Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to manage diverse responsibilities.

·        Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).

·        Compassionate bedside manner and ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.

·        Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small office environment.

·        Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds, and assist with patient positioning as needed.

Desired Skills/Qualifications:

·        Caring and honest (high character a must)

·        Proactive work ethic

·        Customer service-oriented attitude

·        Professional demeanor

·        Strong knowledge of OR protocols, sterile technique, and surgical workflows.

·        Excellent organizational and multitasking skills to manage diverse responsibilities.

·        Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).

·        Compassionate bedside manner and ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.

·        Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small office environment.

·        Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds, and assist with patient positioning as needed.

Duties:

·        Act as the circulating nurse during plastic surgery procedures, including preparing the OR, ensuring all instruments and supplies are sterile and available, and verifying patient information.

·        Monitor and maintain a sterile field throughout surgical procedures, adhering to infection control protocols.

·        Assist the surgical team by providing instruments, supplies, and equipment as needed during procedures.

·        Advocate for patient safety by performing pre-operative assessments, confirming consents, and ensuring proper positioning and documentation.

·        Manage intraoperative documentation, including surgical counts (e.g., sponges, instruments) and electronic medical records (EMR).

·        Coordinate with anesthesia providers and surgeons to ensure seamless patient care during procedures.

·        Prepare and label specimens for laboratory analysis as directed.

·        Conduct pre- and post-operative patient assessments, including taking vital signs, reviewing medical histories, and providing patient education on procedure preparation and recovery.

·        Assist with minor in-office procedures, such as suture removal, dressing changes, or injections under physician supervision.

·        Manage patient follow-up appointments, including scheduling, triaging phone calls, and addressing patient concerns.

·        Administer medications or treatments as prescribed by the physician.

·        Maintain inventory of surgical and clinic supplies, placing orders as needed to ensure adequate stock levels.

·        Assist with patient scheduling, check-in, and coordination of care between the OR and clinic.

·        Update and maintain accurate patient records in the EMR system, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and office policies.

·        Participate in quality improvement initiatives, such as updating protocols or preparing for accreditation reviews.

Position Details:

Location:                     Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States

Position Type:             Full-time

Work week:                Monday through Friday, with occasional early mornings or late afternoons depending on surgical and clinic needs. No regular on-call requirement, though flexibility to stay late for procedures may be needed.

Starting wage:            Negotiable DOE

Monthly bonus:          Based upon performance evaluation and practice profits

Benefits:                     7 holiday pay, individual health/dental/vision, 401K

PTO accrual schedule for full-time position

10 days in first year

15 days/yr for years 1-5

20 days/yr for years 5-10        

25 days/yr for >10 years

Rolls over to next year