Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR Circulator) to provide perioperative nursing care in a fast-paced surgical environment. The OR RN will function as the circulator during surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, sterile technique compliance, and coordination of care throughout the perioperative process.
Schedule
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Variable shift
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4 x 10-hour shifts
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Typical start time 0630 (flexibility required)
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Call may be required
Responsibilities
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Serve as the circulating nurse for a variety of surgical procedures
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Conduct pre-operative patient assessments and surgical time-outs
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Maintain sterile field integrity and enforce surgical safety protocols
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Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, scrub techs, and support staff
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Document intraoperative care in EMR
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Monitor patient status and respond to changes appropriately
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Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
Qualifications
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Active California RN license
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Minimum 2 years recent Operating Room experience
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Circulating experience required
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BLS required
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ACLS preferred
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Ability to take call and work flexible scheduling
Ideal Candidate
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Strong surgical workflow knowledge
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Comfortable with multiple service lines (General, Ortho, GYN, etc.)
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Team-oriented and adaptable
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Experience in community hospital OR setting preferred