Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Nurse

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Nurse

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Nurse within the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Under direction, the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Nurse utilizes specialized knowledge and skills to provide comprehensive care to individuals and groups of patients. In this role, the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Nurse ensures all procedures are performed based on established standards, and demonstrates competency in performing all procedures within scope of practice.

Additionally, the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Nurse provides direct patient care or direction and supervision to other health team members to ensure implementation of the plan of care.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Works closely with patients before, during and after dental procedures while maintaining proper universal precautions and infection control procedures.
• Plans, implements and evaluates individualized care based on patient assessment and medical plan of care.
• Collects and interprets clinical data including vital signs, laboratory results and response to medical intervention.
• Assists doctors performing dental procedures, provides excellent support such as passing instruments to dentist/surgeon during procedure in an efficient, organized and sterile manner.
• Performs and trains staff on conscious sedation to ensure dental procedures are accomplished.
• Initiates I.V. and EKG/Cardiac Monitor; monitors patient(s) while sedated and must be able to recognize abnormal cardiac rhythm. Monitors patients vital signs and symptoms.
• Observes patients post-operative recovery progress through ongoing assessment, including checking vital signs and supervising operative sites for bleeding.
• Manages patient vital signs and airway while recovering from anesthetics given during surgical procedures.
• Maintains medical records, and administered/delivered medications.
• Maintains patient safety, comfort and cleanliness.
• Documents all aspects of patient care/activity in accordance with standard procedures.
• Assesses the health status of assigned patients as outlined in the Nursing standards.
• Administers medications and parenteral therapies in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Teaches patient/significant others health/illness state and plan of care. Ensures patient/significant others are prepared for discharge and health maintenance in the home setting.
• Knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures.
• Engages in nursing research activities.
• Serves productively on university/divisional/unit committees as assigned by Chair.
• Maintains knowledge of and participates in nursing quality assurance activities.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Develops and maintains good human relations skills consistent with the principles of the program with employees, staff, and visitors in accordance with performance of duties.

FLSA
- Nonexempt

Grade - 35C

Salary Details

Minimum Salary - 53.400

Mid Range Salary - 64.580

Maximum Salary - 76.980

Benefits
- Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status
- Full Time

Working Hours - 40

Standard Hours - 40.00

Daily Work Shift
- Day

Work Arrangement
- This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description - HPAE 5094

Payroll Designation
- People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
- Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience - A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required. Two (2) years of progressively responsible nursing experience required. Must be certified in I.V. and have experience in cardio monitoring.

Certifications/Licenses
- Registered Nurse (RN) required. Must be certified in BLS. Must be certified in I.V.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Computer skills and excellent customer service skills required.

Preferred Qualifications - ACLS and PALS preferred.

Equipment Utilized

Physical Demands and Work Environment - PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
May be exposed to infectious agent.

Special Conditions