Registered Nurse - Operating Room

About us:

New York Plastic Surgical Group (NYPS Group) is the largest and longest-running private and academic plastic surgery practice in the United States. With more than 20 board-certified plastic surgeons practicing across 10+ affiliated offices, ambulatory surgery centers, and over 20 hospitals, NYPS Group provides expert, comprehensive, and compassionate care. Founded in 1948, NYPS Group, a division of Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, is one of the nation’s most well-established plastic surgery practices, offering patients the collective expertise of specialty-trained surgeons dedicated to achieving exceptional outcomes.


Required Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of Operating Room nursing experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AAAASF, AORN, ASPSN, ASPAN, and OSHA standards.
• Experience in ambulatory surgery settings preferred.
• Familiarity with cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures preferred.
• Experience with quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and practice management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care – Pre-Operative

• Review surgeon’s preference cards and prepare required supplies and equipment.
• Assist scrub nurses with gathering instruments and materials.
• Set up operating room equipment, including beds, warming devices, compression devices, liposuction machines, suction, cautery, and power cords; test all equipment.
• Review patient charts for informed consent, orders, and medical clearance.
• Perform patient, procedure, and site verification with OR staff.
• Confirm completion and accuracy of surgical documentation.
• Prepare and draw up medications and tumescent solutions as required.
• Receive and review handoff reports from admitting staff.

Patient Care – Intra-Operative

• Assist patients onto the operating table and apply safety restraints.
• Support anesthesia induction and intraoperative monitoring.
• Insert urinary catheter when indicated.
• Assist with proper patient positioning and preparation.
• Scrub and prep patients when needed.
• Connect suction, cautery, and liposuction equipment.
• Perform surgical counts with scrub staff.
• Anticipate and respond to the needs of the surgical team.
• Maintain accurate operative records and time documentation.
• Label, package, and document patient specimens according to protocol.

Patient Care – Post-Operative / Closing Phase

• Prepare dressings, garments, and postoperative supplies.
• Complete final surgical counts.
• Assist with patient transfer to recovery and provide clinical handoff.
• Ensure completion of all OR documentation.
• Log and document specimens in designated systems and logbooks.
• Clean and reset operating rooms in accordance with infection control standards.
• Review upcoming schedules and prepare supplies for future cases.
• Ensure OR suites remain fully stocked and operational.

Financial and Resource Management

• Utilize facility resources responsibly.
• Minimize waste and identify cost-effective improvement opportunities.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
• Maintain positive, respectful working relationships.
• Support interdisciplinary teamwork and workflow efficiency.

Performance Improvement and Technology

• Participate in quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Support workflow optimization and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Maintain proficiency in clinical and practice management software.

Patient Safety and Compliance

• Follow all organizational policies related to safety and infection control.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions or practices.
• Promote patient engagement and education.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Professional Development

• Complete all required annual education and training.
• Maintain current knowledge of facility policies and standards of care.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality assurance activities.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new staff.
• Uphold the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Maintain membership in relevant professional organizations.

Confidentiality and Data Access

• Access and manage protected health information (PHI) in compliance with privacy and security regulations.
• Review medical, clinical, and reimbursement records as required for patient care.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Perform duties requiring standing, walking, lifting, and manual dexterity.
• Lift and carry items up to 30 pounds as needed.
• Work under stressful conditions and variable schedules.
• Maintain visual and auditory acuity for clinical tasks.
• Tolerate regular exposure to bodily fluids and clinical hazards.
• Work in environments with exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and medical substances.

Education/Credentials Requirements:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license & Registration (required).
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) (required).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association (required).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification American Heart Association(preferred).
• New York State Infection Control Certification
• New York State Child Abuse Reporting Certification
• Formal or on-the-job training in plastic surgery nursing (preferred).

Location: New York City - 1040 Park Ave Suite 1BC, New York, NY 10028 (On-Site)


Compensation: $50.00-$54.00

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Voluntary Benefits: Options include Aflac (short-term disability, hospital, accident, and cancer coverage), long-term disability, life insurance, and pet insurance.
• Paid Time Off: 19 PTO days per year, in addition to 8 paid holidays.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) plan with a discretionary company match.
• Cosmetic & Med Spa Perks: Employee discounts on services and products at Deep Blue Med Spa.
• Additional discounts through PLUM and Work Advantage programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


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