Impactful Perioperative OR Circulator Nurse

Henry Ford Health; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, MI seeks a Registered Nurse Circulator for perioperative care in a fast-paced operating room. You will advocate for patients, support the surgical team, and ensure safety and infection control throughout procedures.

Required is RN licensure in Michigan with 1-2 years of OR circulating experience; BSN preferred. Scrub knowledge is a plus, and you will participate in ongoing education to stay current with best practices in perioperative nursing.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years of OR circulating experience required.
• Prior operating room experience demonstrating competency in perioperative nursing practices.
• Scrub knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary patient advocate throughout the perioperative experience, ensuring patient safety, dignity, and comfort before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Perform comprehensive preoperative assessments and patient education to prepare patients for surgery and address concerns.
• Manage operating room setup, equipment functionality, and instrument availability in accordance with surgical protocols and safety standards.
• Maintain strict adherence to infection control protocols, sterile field management, and environmental safety standards throughout all surgical cases.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technicians, and nursing staff to ensure seamless surgical case flow and optimal patient outcomes.
• Document all perioperative nursing care, patient responses, and case details accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record system.
• Demonstrate clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans and respond to intraoperative changes.
• Perform a wide variety of professional nursing services including patient positioning, monitoring, and assistance during surgical procedures.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, and all hospital personnel in a respectful and compassionate manner.
• Provide postoperative care coordination and patient education regarding recovery expectations and discharge instructions.
• Maintain current knowledge of surgical procedures, equipment, and best practices through ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Demonstrate a positive, professional attitude and function as a reliable team player in a demanding, fast-paced surgical environment.

Skills

Nursing

Perioperative care

Infection control

Patient education

Team collaboration

EHR systems

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit, MI seeks a Registered Nurse Circulator for perioperative care in a fast-paced operating room. You will advocate for patients, support the surgical team, and ensure safety and infection control throughout procedures.

Required is RN licensure in Michigan with 1-2 years of OR circulating experience; BSN preferred. Scrub knowledge is a plus, and you will participate in ongoing education to stay current with best practices in perioperative nursing.