Ambulatory Surgical Center Registered Nurse | Per-Diem | Portland, ME

Ambulatory Surgical Center Registered Nurse | Per-Diem | Portland, ME

Job Category: Clinical

Requisition Number: AMBUL
004549

• Posted :
  January 21, 2026
• Full-Time

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Marginal Way
84 Marginal Way
Portland, ME 04101, USA

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: Possesses the clinical competencies necessary to perform the essential tasks of a Registered Nurse (RN) in the outpatient surgical setting.

• Conduct thorough evaluations including review of medical history, current medications, and medical comorbidities; perform preoperative assessment of patient that aligns with the procedure/surgery and anesthesia-type scheduled; collects and interprets vital signs and point of care testing
• Educate patients about the procedure/surgery, anticipated anesthesia-type, and expectations for recovery; ensure compliance with pre-operative instructions, including knowledge of NPO and medication status pre- and post-surgery.
• Maintain accurate and complete records by ensuring all required documentation is completed and signed by physicians.
• Conduct phone interview and review of records for each patient scheduled; identify patients requiring anesthesia consultation in accordance with current guidelines.
• Responsible for preoperative procedures including IV insertion and assistance with regional nerve blocks; adheres to aseptic technique and infection control guidelines per policy.
• Assist in maintenance of the sterile field, including monitoring for contamination; monitors traffic/noise patterns in the OR, ensuring adherence to facility policy and procedure.
• Management of surgical instruments; ensuring the availability of surgical supplies, equipment, and medications for the indicated procedure/surgery.
• Adheres to all required components of Safe Surgical Checklist.
• Accurately documents all necessary components of the operative encounter, including implantable devices or tissues.

• Evaluate patient recovery from anesthesia; monitor for adverse reactions; management of acute postoperative pain.
• Provide instructions for discharge, including home care, medication changes, and follow-up appointments; ensuring a safe discharge plan is in place.
• Follow up with patients to assess recovery and address any post-operative concerns or questions; communicate any issues identified to the indicated provider.

• Administer and chart medications per physician order; perform medication calculations for accurate medication dosing.
• Responds to and provides treatment for urgent or acute patient situations during unanticipated events per policy and in alignment with BLS, ACLS, MHAUS and PALS guidelines and algorithms.
• Maintains patient safety throughout perioperative encounter; works in accordance with current employee safety guidelines
• Works respectfully and collaboratively with all team members; fosters an environment that promotes staff growth and development
• Monitors medical supplies and medication inventory levels; report to appropriate parties when restocking of supplies is necessary; participate in quarterly cleaning; ongoing monitoring of expiration dates
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and mentor new staff; proactively seeks to continuously improve patient care and operations
• Completes mandatory educational requirements and maintains required BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications; annual review of applicable policies
• Maintains strict confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) guidelines and Inter Med policies.
• Consistently adheres to applicable industry standard guidelines (i.e. AORN, CDC, APIC)
• Assumes responsibility for assigned role and seek/performs other job-related activities during downtime.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the mission, vision and values of Inter Med.

• Follows Inter Med’s mission to provide patient-centered primary care, putting the patient first to deliver high quality, high value care.
• Provide the highest quality care to our patients with a level of service that exceeds their expectations.
• Maintain a positive…