Ambulatory OR Nurse: Circulator & Scrub Expert

HCA Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Education support

Family leave

Job summary

Methodist Surgery Center Texas Center for Athletes is recruiting an Operating Room Registered Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center. You will contribute your expertise in circulating or scrub roles, ensuring safe and effective nursing care until patient transfer to recovery.

You will oversee instrument setup, coordinate cases as circulator, assist with anesthesia, and ensure complete chart reviews per protocol. Join a team focused on quality care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center.
• Active RN license as required by state of employment or appropriate compact licensure.
• Valid BCLS Certification upon employment — online certification not acceptable.
• ACLS as required by facility.
• PALS is preferred, but may be required at some facilities.
• CNOR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the instrument and equipment set-up for your OR, including utilization of preference cards and ability to anticipate your surgeons needs.
• Coordinate and oversee your room during a case as the circulator
• You will facilitate effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures
• Utilize appropriate body mechanics in moving your patients to stretchers and OR tables to prevent injury
• Manage your patients care and medication, including assistance with anesthesia
• Consistently review your charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure

Skills

Operating room experience

Circulator role knowledge

Safety-focused care

Education

Registered Nurse license

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS preferred

CNOR certification preferred

Job description

Methodist Surgery Center Texas Center for Athletes is recruiting an Operating Room Registered Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center. You will contribute your expertise in circulating or scrub roles, ensuring safe and effective nursing care until patient transfer to recovery.

You will oversee instrument setup, coordinate cases as circulator, assist with anesthesia, and ensure complete chart reviews per protocol. Join a team focused on quality care and professional growth.