Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Day Care
Emerson Hospital Health System
- Concord, MA
- $37–$74/hr
- Full-time
- Day shift
Job description
Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical Day Care, Emerson Hospital, Concord, MA
Make a Meaningful Impact—Every Patient, Every Day
Join our Surgical Day Care team and play a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients undergoing same-day surgical procedures. As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’ll provide both pre-operative and post-operative care, helping patients safely prepare for surgery and recover with confidence before returning home the same day.
You’ll work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment alongside surgeons, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary care teams—where your clinical expertise and voice truly matter.
What You’ll Do
• Deliver comprehensive pre- and post-surgical nursing care for same-day surgery patients
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia staff, and interdisciplinary teams
• Monitor patient status and respond to clinical changes with sound judgment
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery at home
• Ensure all care aligns with hospital standards, regulatory requirements, and professional nursing guidelines
• Maintain accountability for the safety and quality of care you provide or delegate
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Qualifications
Education
• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program
Experience
• Minimum 2 years of Medical/Surgical nursing experience required
• Experience in CCU, ED, or PACU strongly preferred
Licensure & Certifications
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – Healthcare Provider certification required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) required
• PALS required
• IV Certification preferred
Key Skills & Strengths
• Strong clinical judgment and patient assessment skills
• Excellent communication and patient-centered care approach
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and patient experience
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and basic computer systems
• Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
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