Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Day Care

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical Day Care

Nursing Job ID: 34966

Schedule:

Per Diem

Pay Range:

$36.78 - $73.57 / Hourly

Shift:

Variable Shifts

Hours:

variable between 5a-7:30p

Surg Day Care

133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner

Concord, MA 01742

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About this role

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

Why Emerson

Emerson Health delivers world-class care to more than 300,000 patients throughout Concord and the surrounding region, and we bring that same commitment to our employees. Our teams work in a supportive, community-focused environment, backed by strong clinical partnerships and continued investment in innovation.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, your family, and your future, including:

• Medical and dental coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life resources
• Free parking on the hospital campus

Benefits are available to both full-time and eligible part-time employees.

Join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and caring for one another every day.

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Benefits designed around you

We are a community hospital that values people's well-being. Our supportive environment, combined with a generous compensation and benefits package, allows you to balance your work and personal life, take care of your family and plan for your future.

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