Surgical Nursing Specialist

6 days ago

Oxnard, California, United States Magnet Medical Full time

Magnet Medical, a leading medical staffing agency, is seeking an experienced Surgical Nursing Specialist for a travel assignment in California. This exciting opportunity offers a unique chance to work with a skilled surgical team and contribute to delivering exceptional patient care.

Job Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting surgeons during procedures, ensuring a safe and effective execution of surgery. The ideal candidate will possess advanced nursing knowledge, surgical expertise, and critical thinking skills, making them a vital member of the surgical team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Surgical Assistance:
    • Assist surgeons during procedures by performing tasks such as tissue manipulation, suturing, and controlling bleeding.
    • Maintain a sterile field by ensuring proper sterile technique and assisting with the application of drapes, surgical instruments, and sutures.
    • Provide exposure of the surgical area through retraction, suction, and other necessary interventions.
    • Close incisions, perform wound care, and apply dressings as directed by the surgeon.
  • Preoperative Responsibilities:
    • Conduct preoperative assessments of patients, ensuring that all necessary consents and documentation are completed.
    • Review patient medical history, lab results, and surgical plans to anticipate needs and prepare for surgery.
    • Provide patient education about the surgical process, expected outcomes, and recovery.
  • Intraoperative Duties:
    • Collaborate with the surgeon and other members of the surgical team to monitor patient status, including vital signs, anesthesia levels, and sterile technique.
    • Assist in positioning patients appropriately on the operating table to ensure optimal access and safety during surgery.
    • Operate and manage surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring all tools are sterile, functional, and readily available.
  • Postoperative Care:
    • Assist in the immediate postoperative period, monitoring for complications and ensuring patient comfort as they recover from anesthesia.
    • Provide wound care instructions, monitor for signs of infection, and assist with patient recovery.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Work closely with the surgical team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other RNs, to coordinate patient care before, during, and after surgery.
    • Communicate with patients and families to provide updates on the surgery and postoperative care instructions.
  • Documentation and Record Keeping:
    • Document surgical procedures, patient conditions, and other relevant data accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
    • Ensure proper documentation of surgical counts (instruments, sponges, etc.) and any complications or unexpected events during surgery.
  • Sterile Technique and Infection Control:
    • Maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a sterile environment throughout the surgical procedure.
    • Ensure proper disposal of surgical waste and instruments according to safety guidelines.
  • Patient Education:
    • Provide preoperative and postoperative education to patients and families regarding recovery, pain management, potential complications, and follow-up care.
    • Support patients in understanding their surgical procedure, helping reduce anxiety and ensuring informed consent.
  • Professional Development:
    • Stay current on best practices in surgical nursing, new technologies, and surgical techniques.
    • Attend training, workshops, and conferences to enhance surgical nursing skills and maintain RNFA certification.

This travel assignment offers a competitive salary, estimated at $143,000 per year, based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week. Benefits and pay packages will be discussed during the interview process.

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