Licensed Practical Nurse - Scrub Nurse at SightMD in Toms River, NJ

Licensed Practical Nurse - Scrub Nurse

A career that changes lives.

SightMD is a rapidly growing integrated ophthalmic provider group, extending the reach of exceptional eye care to patients across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Massachusetts. With over 127 eye care providers and the convenience of 60 locations, our commitment to delivering unparalleled services is at the heart of everything we do. As we embark on our mission, we are actively seeking teammates who are eager to contribute to our legacy of eye excellence, a tradition that spans more than 50 years.

Position Summary:

The Scrub Nurse LPN assists in surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, sterilizing instruments, passing instruments during surgery, and ensuring aseptic technique is maintained. This role works under the supervision of an RN and in collaboration with the surgical team to ensure safe and effective patient care during operative procedures.

Job Duties & Essential Functions:

Preoperative Duties:

• Prepare operating room with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure sterility of all instruments and equipment.
• Perform surgical hand scrub and don sterile gown and gloves.
• Assist in patient positioning and draping as required.
• Assist with patient assessments and completion of pre-surgical checklists.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including vital signs, skin prep, and comfort measures.
• Support IV initiation and preoperative medication administration under RN supervision.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding surgical process and expectations.

Intraoperative Duties:

• Function as scrub nurse during surgical procedures, passing instruments, sponges, and other items as needed.
• Maintain accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after surgery.
• Anticipate needs of the surgeon and surgical team during procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and ensure adherence to aseptic technique.

Postoperative Duties:

• Assist in wound closure and application of dressings.
• Prepare instruments for sterilization and ensure proper cleaning protocols.
• Assist with patient transfer from operating table to recovery bed.
• Document intraoperative details according to facility protocol.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, RNs, and other OR personnel.
• Report any concerns regarding patient safety or procedural complications.
• Participate in pre-op briefings and post-op debriefings.
• Monitor vital signs and patient condition under RN or physician direction.
• Provide basic post-operative care including comfort measures and assistance with mobility.
• Report complications or patient concerns promptly to the RN or provider.
• Reinforce discharge instructions and ensure patient understanding and readiness.
• Special projects and other duties may be assigned as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of LPN experience
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Current and valid LPN license in the state of practice.
• Current BLS certification
• Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills
• Solid attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure individually and as part of a team

Work Schedule:

• Rotating Schedule – Days

Salary Range:

• $26.00- $30.00 /hour to commensurate with experience

Benefits:

We aim to take care of our teammates the same way we take care of our patients. All SightMD employees receive the following benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Company Paid Term Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan - 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development Programs

* All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

SightMD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal, state and local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact People Services at peopleservices@sightgrowthpartners.com