Experienced OR Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Experienced OR Nurse – Broadway Plastic Surgery/Murphy Plastic Surgery - No Weekends or Call Required

Location: Denver, CO.
Reports To: Medical Director/Operating Room Manager.
Job Type: Part-Time, Potential for Full-Time, Non-Exempt.

Position Summary:

The Operating Room (OR) Nurse at Murphy Plastic Surgery plays a vital role in the coordination and delivery of patient care during surgical procedures. This role encompasses responsibilities in pre-operative assessment, intra-operative nursing care, and post-operative recovery. The OR Nurse works closely with the surgeon, anesthesia provider, CST, and other team members to ensure patient safety, comfort, and successful surgical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Operative Care:

• Perform nursing assessments prior to surgery, including vitals, patient history, and medication review.
• Educate patients about surgical procedures, post-op expectations, and recovery plans.
• Start IVs, administer medications, and prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery.

Intra-Operative Support:

• Monitor and document patient vitals, sedation levels, and overall condition during procedures.
• Assist the surgical team with sterile technique, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely intra-operative documentation in the EMR system.

Post-Operative Care:

• Monitor patients in the recovery area, assessing vitals, pain levels, and surgical sites.
• Provide discharge instructions and ensure post-op care plans are clearly communicated.
• Administer medications, manage IVs, and ensure patients meet discharge criteria.

Team Collaboration:

• Communicate clearly with surgeons, CSTs, anesthesia providers, and front office staff to coordinate smooth surgical days.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and ongoing clinical education.
• Assist with inventory management, sterilization monitoring, and equipment maintenance.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Colorado RN license in good standing.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• Minimum 1 years of OR nursing experience. In addition to surgery, pre-op and PACU experience preferred.
• Proficiency in IV starts, medication administration, and patient education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in outpatient or plastic surgery surgical settings.
• Knowledge of Nextech or comparable EMR systems.
• Strong communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.

Working Conditions:

• On-site, part-time or full-time position with early start times on surgical days.
• NO WEEKENDS OR CALL REQUIRED.
• Requires standing for long periods and wearing surgical PPE.