PACU RN - Part-Time

The Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in providing patient care and ensuring the well-being of individuals during case stays. RNs collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals (anesthesiologists, dentists and paramedics) to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. This role requires clinical expertise, compassion, critical thinking skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

SmileMD uses a  unique care model that brings together the anesthesiologist, registered nurse, and paramedic to add another layer of comfort, safety, and support for patients and dental practices.

SmileMD has a flexible schedule for life and work with no evening shifts .   Surgical days are offered to practices Monday through Saturday and case day schedules are available a minimum of 6 weeks   in advance. A typical case day starts at 7 a.m. and ends by  3 p.m . , however every case day is different depending on the number of patients seen.

Responsibilities

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key responsibility satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Patient Care and Assessment :

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, psychological, and social needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on the assessment findings and evidence-based practice.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed.
• Monitor patients' conditions, vital signs, and response to treatments, and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures and provide pre- and post-operative care.

C are Coordination and Collaboration :

Patient and Family Education :

Documentation and Recordkeeping :

Quality Improvement and Patient Safety :

Professional Development :

Required Skills

Education and Experience Requirements

Knowledge, Skills  and Abilities

Network Requirements

SmileMD Benefits

SmileMD currently offers full  competitive employee benefits to employees who work an average of 25  hours per week including medical, dental and vision insurance, LTD, STD and Group Life insurance, 40 1(k)  retirement plan,  and  flexible time off .

SmileMD does not discriminate on the basis of  actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.