About this opportunity
Adoreal Inc. lists this Registered Nurse - Plastic Surgery Clinic, Operating Room & PACU opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Opportunity
Adoreal partners with a select group of top-tier aesthetic and cosmetic medicine practices, providing the technology, operational support, and talent that help them deliver an exceptional patient experience while they scale. We are recruiting on behalf of one of our partner practices, a high-end, luxury plastic surgery practice based in Maryland.
Belcara Health is seeking an experienced, motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Plastic Surgery team. This is a unique combined clinic, operating room, and PACU position , allowing the RN to participate in the full surgical patient journey—from pre-operative preparation and patient education through surgery, recovery, and post-operative care.
We are looking for a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is passionate about providing an exceptional patient experience. This is an on-site position in Baltimore, Maryland.
Position Overview
The Registered Nurse will divide responsibilities between our Plastic Surgery Clinic and on-site Surgery Center , including responsibilities in the Operating Room and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The ideal candidate is adaptable, organized, clinically strong, and comfortable transitioning between outpatient patient care and perioperative responsibilities based on the needs of the practice.
Plastic Surgery Clinic Responsibilities
Room patients for plastic surgery and post-operative appointments
Obtain and document patient histories, medications, allergies, vital signs, and Review of Systems
Prepare patients for provider examinations and treatments
Assist plastic surgeons with in-office procedures and treatments
Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient education
Review surgical instructions and help ensure patients are appropriately prepared for surgery
Perform post-operative assessments, dressing changes, and wound care as directed
Respond to clinical patient questions and escalat(e) concerns to the appropriate provider
Assist with patient phone calls, portal messages, prescriptions, and clinical documentation
Help manage patient flow and communicate delays or changes to patients and team members
Maintain appropriate clinical supplies and treatment rooms
Operating Room Responsibilities
Prepare the operating room for scheduled plastic surgery procedures
Assist with pre-operative patient preparation and surgical safety processes
Serve as a circulating RN during surgical procedures
Maintain sterile technique and ensure adherence to infection-control and patient-safety standards
Complete required intraoperative documentation
Assist the surgical and anesthesia teams throughout procedures
Participate in surgical counts, specimen handling, medication documentation, and other OR processes
Support patient transition throughout the perioperative experience
Assist with room turnover, supply management, and preparation for subsequent procedures
Follow all surgery center policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
PACU & Recovery Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures
Receive patients from the Operating Room and complete appropriate post-anesthesia assessments
Continuously monitor vital signs, airway status, oxygenation, level of consciousness, pain, nausea, and overall recovery
Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the surgeon and anesthesia provider
Administer medications and treatments according to provider orders and established protocols
Manage post-operative pain, nausea, and other common recovery needs
Monitor surgical sites, dressings, drains, and other post-operative needs
Maintain accurate and timely PACU documentation
Ensure patients meet established discharge criteria prior to discharge
Review post-operative instructions, medications, restrictions, and warning signs with patients and their responsible caregivers
Ensure patients and caregivers understand follow-up instructions and when to contact the surgical team
Facilitate a safe and comfortable discharge from the surgery center
Maintain PACU readiness, supplies, equipment, and emergency preparedness
Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to provide safe continuity of care
Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Maryland
BLS certification required
ACLS certification preferred or ability to obtain
Previous operating room, perioperative, PACU, or surgical nursing experience strongly preferred
Plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, ambulatory surgery center, or outpatient surgical experience is a plus
Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
Excellent communication and patient-service skills
Ability to work effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative team members
Comfortable working across the clinic, OR, and PACU environments
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Dependable, flexible, and willing to assist wherever needed to support the team and our patients
Why Join Belcara Health?
At Belcara Health, our patients experience highly personalized care throughout their entire surgical journey. Because our plastic surgery clinic and private surgery center work closely together, this position provides an opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with patients before surgery, care for them during their procedure and recovery, and continue supporting them throughout their post-operative journey.
We value teamwork, professionalism, patient safety, accountability, and an exceptional patient experience . We are looking for an RN who wants to be an integral part of that experience and grow with our team.
Schedule: Full-Time, Mon - Fri
Location: Belcara Health - Baltimore, Maryland
If you are a compassionate, detail-oriented RN who enjoys variety and wants the opportunity to work across the clinic, operating room, and PACU , we would love to hear from you.
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Who can apply
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