Overview
Part Time Registered Nurse (RN) Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral & Facial Surgery Center is a two-doctor oral surgery practice with locations in both Joplin MO & Pittsburg KS. Our goal is to provide the highest quality care and the most advanced surgical techniques in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Job Summary:
An oral surgery nurse is primarily responsible for assisting the doctor in caring for and
monitoring patients before, during and after surgeries. The nurse will also work cooperatively
with the entire clinical team throughout all stages of the patient’s experience – from
consultation through surgery and post-operative care, as needed. The nurse will also be
responsible for complying with and overseeing OSHA standards for the clinic. The nurse will
also be expected to provide high quality patient care, have excellent communication skills, be
highly motivated, dependable, able to multi-task, detail oriented, and work well with others as
part of the patient care team.
Schedule:This is a part-time role 20-25 hours per week on average and would be primarily working in the Pittsburg, KS with some occasional shifts in Joplin, MO.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reviewing medical histories with patients and patient’s primary care physician or
specialists - Assessing the pre-operative patient
- Starting IV lines
- Administering medication
- Assisting with IV anesthesia during surgery
- Accurate documentation of patient medical records
- Assisting doctor in surgery, as needed
- Caring for patient recovery and discharge duties
- Phone triage
- Scheduling OR surgeries at local hospital or surgery center, as needed
- Ordering clinical supplies and pharmaceuticals
- Maintaining emergency cart and equipment
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Associates Degree or higher in Nursing from an Accredited Nursing Program
- Multi-State RN License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Preferred Skills and qualifications:
- Oral Surgery Practice Management Software
- Proficient in MS Word
- Proficient in communications technology (email, Teams, etc.)
Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies andindependently owned supported clinical practicesare proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
The salary range for this role is $27 - $31 per hour based on full-time employment. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination. Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.