Description

Our practice is currently seeking an office-based registered nurse for our Columbus Circle office, with occasional travel to our Brooklyn locations.

We are looking for a Plastic Surgery office-based nurse who will be responsible for providing medical care, education, and emotional support to patients, including before and after plastic surgery. The ideal candidate will have a compassionate approach and maintain a positive relationship with the patients and staff. They will also have excellent communication skills.

*This is not an OR or nurse injector role.

All candidates must have experience in Plastic/Cosmetic Surgery, Wound Care, or Dermatology. Breast Reconstruction experience is a plus.

Why Choose New York Plastic Surgical Group: 

Annual bonuses based on performance evaluation.
Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance 
19 Days PTO, as well as 8 paid holidays
401k-4% Company Match 
Deep Blue Med Spa Employee Benefits Program (50% product discount, complimentary and discounted services, including injectables, etc.)
Educational Development/Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness programs (Employee Assistance Program and discounted gym memberships) 
Discounted wireless phone services through Verizon.
Discounts through PLUM and Work Advantage

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES:

Ensure the practice meets all applicable OSHA, CLIA, HIPAA, and Quad A standards.
Review the doctor’s schedule for the day and prepare rooms accordingly.
Performing patient screening tasks and reviewing medical history.
Assists surgeons in preparing for and performing examinations and minor procedures as well as chaperoning the surgeon in cosmetic/reconstructive consultations as needed.
Collaborating with physicians and other team members to ensure all the patient's needs are met.
Reviews pre-operative packets (containing pre- and post-op instructions, lab forms, prescriptions, etc.) with patients before surgery.
Discusses patients' procedures with them, explaining what they can expect before, during, and after the procedure, and assures full patient understanding.
Sees all post-operative patients (suture removal, cast removal, dressing changes, etc.) and answers questions.
Provides, prepares, or administers medications and treatments in accordance with surgeon protocols.
Obtains appropriate photographic consent from patients; takes pre-and post-operative digital photographs including Vectra 3-D.
Follows up on ordered pathologies and laboratory results, informing surgeon of results and ensuring documents are signed in EMR. Ensure patient EMR is complete, including patient history.
Assesses and evaluates patient flow in all practice sites—and recommends changes for quality patient service and care.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Current NYS RN licensure required.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
BLS certification is required.
Training in plastic surgery nursing is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum one year of work experience in an office setting
Understanding of ASPS, and ISPAN standards; OSHA guidelines for ambulatory practice, and quality assurance required.
Familiarity with cosmetic procedures and reconstructive surgery REQUIRED.

Compensation: $45.00-$50.00/hour

ABOUT US:

New York Plastic Surgical Group, a division of Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, is the largest, longest-running academic plastic surgery group in the nation. Established in 1948, our practice has treated over half a million patients and developed many of the region's specialty centers including microsurgery, burn surgery, wound care, facial reanimation, peripheral nerve reconstruction, and cleft care. With 20+ surgeons and 10+ locations, we are proud to provide patients with over 75 years of medical innovation.

In addition to offering a full spectrum of plastic surgery and injectable services to our patients, we are also committed to supporting our community by meeting the need for reconstructive care. Each year our practice hosts an annual Breast Cancer Summit to provide an overview of the latest developments in breast cancer care and reconstruction.

Beyond our work locally we are also proud to partner with ReSurge International to bring our expertise in limb reattachment, complex wound and burn management, reconstructive cleft lip and palate repair, and other life-altering surgeries to underserved communities worldwide.

When it comes to aesthetics, our surgeons are proud to oversee Deep Blue Med Spa, a comprehensive medical spa designed to provide patients with non-surgical aesthetic options clinically proven to rejuvenate, restore, and refresh. From relaxing and results-driven facials to laser treatments and skin tightening, our highly skilled physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and medical aestheticians offer services customized to meet the needs of every patient. We also offer several medical-grade skincare brands including our signature line: ProBLUEMD®.

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