Operating Room Circulator Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Overview

The Operating Room Circulator Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgical procedures. This position is essential in collaborating with surgical teams to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced operating room environment.

Shift Details

This is a full-time position with a day shift schedule from Monday to Friday, working 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The role requires on-call availability for seven days per month, with specific hours during the weekdays and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing and managing patient care during surgeries.
• Coordinating with surgical teams to maintain an efficient and effective surgical environment.
• Circulating for various surgical procedures, including orthopedic and robotic-assisted surgeries.
• Administering conscious sedation under prescribed conditions.
• Monitoring telemetry and other vital signs throughout surgical procedures.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of three years of experience in an operating room setting; preference for 3-5 years.
• Previous charge nurse experience is required.
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and PALS are mandatory.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with robotic-assisted procedures, including orthopedic and cataract surgeries.
• Strong skills in patient assessment and clinical decision-making.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Working Environment

This position is located in a critical access facility dedicated to providing quality surgical care. Nurses in this role will wear surgical blue scrubs and utilize Epic for patient charting. Free parking is available for all staff members at the facility.