Day-Shift Circulating RN — OR Surgical Team Support

Baptist Health; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Circulating Nurse position in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This nurse will be responsible for planning, administering care, and supporting the operating room team in a surgical setting.

The ideal candidate is a new RN graduate or holds a valid RN license in Arkansas, with a focus on patient care and teamwork. Day shifts are offered with rotational call and authorized 80 hours bi-weekly.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with unencumbered license in Arkansas.
• Healthcare CPR certification required; training in ACLS, PALS, NALS provided.
• Ability to meet standard of care in surgical settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures while maintaining sterile environment.
• Administer medications and maintain surgical counts.
• Document surgeries and monitor perioperative staff and instruments.

Skills

Nursing skills

Collaboration

Patient care

Education

New RN graduate from accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Tools

Medical instruments

Surgical equipment

Job description

Baptist Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Circulating Nurse position in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This nurse will be responsible for planning, administering care, and supporting the operating room team in a surgical setting.

The ideal candidate is a new RN graduate or holds a valid RN license in Arkansas, with a focus on patient care and teamwork. Day shifts are offered with rotational call and authorized 80 hours bi-weekly.