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OR Circulator Registered Nurse (Full-Time)
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Job Title: OR Circulator Registered Nurse (Full-Time)
About the Role
The role of OR Circulator Registered Nurse involves delivering high-quality patient care across the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of surgical procedures. This position requires strong nursing expertise, adherence to protocols, and a high level of communication to ensure seamless surgical case management while maintaining a safe, compliant, and patient-centered environment.
Essential Functions
- Implement the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, evaluation, patient outcomes) for surgical patients.
- Provide direct patient care in preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative settings.
- Ensure safe and efficient surgical case counting, aseptic technique, and patient identification verification.
- Communicate effectively with the surgical team and verdes continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate, legible patient documentation with proper signature.
- Anticipate surgeon/facility needs during surgical procedures.
- Collaborate with nursing and medical staff to establish and revise plans of care.
- Ensure patient/family understanding of procedures and related risks.
Supervision Received
Supervised by the Supervisor of Clinical Services.
Education & Experience Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Current certifications:
- American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Clinical Expertise:
- Maintains current, comprehensive knowledge of nursing standards, JCAHO regulations, Nurse Practice Act, and Patient Bill of Rights.
- Assesses physiological and psychosocial health and pain levels as per policy.
- Drafts and updates patient histories and plans of care.
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Communication & Care Coordination:
- Verbally reports pertinent surgical information to ensure seamless care transitions.
- Verifies patient identification before surgery and surgical site marking.
- Anticipates surgical team needs during procedures.
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Technical Proficiency:
- Demonstrates efficient surgical room turnover while adhering to infection control (aseptic techniques).
- Proficiency in handling blood products according to strict protocols.
- Ability to count surgical supplies accurately for case validation.
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Safety & Compliance:
- Acts within legal/ethical guidelines (e.g., Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses).
- Monitors and adjusts patient care based on clinical updates.
- Ensures adherence to infection control, risk management, and patient safety guidelines.
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Team & Professional Engagement:
- Participates in a professional nursing organization.
- Maintains open communication with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and ancillary teams.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Life insurance coverage
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan including company matching
- Additional perks including flexible scheduling, professional development opportunities, and more.
Physical Demands
Tight organisational skills, clear priority setting, excellent time management, and proactively implementing corrective measures to problem scenarios. Approximately 66–100% standing, 66–100% walking, 0–25 lbs carrying. 0–5 lbs often requires bending, squatting, reaching overhead. Frequent ambient noise exposure (medical equipment, telephones, motors, etc.). Must demonstrate nosiness, awareness, flexibility, and adaptability in fast-paced environment.
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Key criteria:
- Standing: 66–100%, Walking: 66–100%, Sitting: 0–33%
- Lifting: 0–50 lbs as needed (e.g., sterilized supplies)
- Carrying: 0–25 lbs as needed (e.g., portable equipment)
- Reaching: Overhead frequently
- Frequent bending and squatting required for certain tasks
- Climbing: Up to 5 flights of stairs as necessary
Physical Ability & Environment
The role requires vigilant attention to detail, adaptability, and strong stamina. Responsive physical/mental strength to thrive in high-pressure settings. Essential:
- Visual acuity to discern details (e.g., surgical count)
- Frequent exposure to stress, odors, and medical dust.
Environmental Conditions
- Indoor Work: Approximately 95–100% of the time.
- Occasional noise exposure (operating room machinery, sharps handlers, telephones).
- Humidity, climate-controlled rooms, or frequent attire adjustments.
- Occasional Exposure:
- Environmental hazards: Brief interaction with communicable diseases, electricity, or procedural hazards. personnel protective equipment (PPE) provided: masks, gowns, gloves, head coverings.
- Factors common in operating rooms:
- Radiation (occasional)
- Minor gas fumes/disrelated sterilization
- Fluorescent lighting and disinfectants may affect odor threshold tolerance.
Note: All duties require reasonable physical strength, martial fitness, and durability to maintain efficiency during fast-paced surgical cases.
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