Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview:

Are you an ambitious, compassionate RN looking to bring your nursing excellence to a premier, award-winning surgical team? As a Per Diem Registered Nurse at Atlantic Surgery Center, you’ll deliver exceptional pre-op, intra-op, and post-op care in our state-of-the-art outpatient facility. Working in a positive, supportive environment, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring safe clinical outcomes and a warm, high-touch experience for every patient. If you thrive in a collaborative, patient-first culture, we would love to welcome you to our team!

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive patient care across pre-operative, circulating, and post-operative (PACU) phases of ophthalmic, oculoplastic, and corneal surgical procedures. 
• Prepare patients for surgery, including pre-op assessments, verifying surgical site and documentation, and administering prescribed medications. 
• Serve as a circulating nurse during surgical procedures, maintaining sterile fields, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring patient safety. 
• Monitor and manage patient recovery post-surgery, providing post-operative instructions to patients and their escorts. 
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and ensure strict adherence to HIPAA, infection control, and ASC regulatory standards. 
• Collaborate seamlessly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and clinical staff to ensure efficient, high-quality patient flow and room turnover.

Facility Description:

The award-winning Atlantic Surgery Center (ASC) is a busy single–operating room (OR) outpatient Ambulatory Surgical Center specializing in ophthalmic procedures, including cataract, corneal, and oculoplastic surgery. Due to continued growth, the center is expanding to a two-OR facility within the next year. 

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Active NJ Nursing License.
• BLS, ACLS.
• IV skillset.
• Ophthalmic surgical experience preferred.

About Atlantic Eye:

At Atlantic Eye, we're more than just a team; we're a family dedicated to top-tier, patient centered vision care across 5 convenient locations. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where our staff genuinely thrives, which is why we're honored to be officially recognized as Monmouth County's 2025 Best Place to Work as well as Best Eye Care Clinic for 3 years in a row. By blending a supportive, growth-focused culture with a commitment to excellence, we offer our team members a workplace where their professional development is prioritized and their contributions truly make a difference every day.  

Why Choose Atlantic Eye? 

• Compassionate Care: We prioritize patient well-being and lasting relationships.  
• Leading Technology: Work with cutting-edge equipment and innovative treatments. 
• Team Collaboration: Join a supportive team of professionals from diverse backgrounds.  
• Continuous Development: Grow your skills with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities. 

Questions? 

Contact HR Manager Christine Sargent (CSargent@AtlanticEye.com) with any queries, comments, or concerns. 

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