Intraoperative Registered Nurse - ACC OR

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking an Intraoperative Registered Nurse to join our operating room team in Utah. The position supports patient safety, sterile technique, and collaboration with the surgical team across procedures, serving as the patient's advocate during the intraoperative phase.

Multiple career levels are available (N1–N5), with progression based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skill set.

Qualifications

• RN license required or eligible via Interstate Compact.
• Understanding of intraoperative care and patient advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Intraoperative RN role: manage environment and assist surgical team.
• Maintain sterile conditions and support patient safety in the OR.
• Advocate for the patient throughout the intraoperative phase.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical assessment

Sterile technique

Education

RN License (Utah)

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Job Family

Nursing: Nursing provides patient care, promotes health, prevents illness and supports positive patient care outcomes through comprehensive care and patient advocacy.

Corporate Overview

The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

This position is posted as an Intraoperative Registered Nurse and may be filled at multiple career levels, based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skill set. All qualified applicants will be considered for appropriate placement within the Intraoperative Registered Nurse practice setting. If selected to move forward in the hiring process, candidates will be assessed through interviews and other job related evaluations conducted by the hiring manager and clinical leadership. The final position level and corresponding compensation will be determined at the time of offer, based on the candidate’s assessed competencies, experience, and alignment with the requirements of each level within the practice setting. Different career levels within this practice setting may carry additional certification, education, and experience requirements, which must be met to qualify for placement at the corresponding level. Intraoperative nurses play a critical role in the operating room in all surgical settings by managing the overall environment, ensuring patient safety, and supporting the surgical team during procedures. This nurse acts as the patient’s advocate throughout the intraoperative phase, coordinating care and maintaining sterile conditions.

Nurse Level 1 (N1) – Supervised Learner

• Entry level nurse that develops foundational clinical skills while providing patient care under close supervision.

Nurse Level 2 (N2) – Independent Practitioner

• Developing nurse that independently manages routine patient care and escalates more complex clinical needs as appropriate.

Nurse Level 3 (N3) – Confident Practitioner

• Experienced nurse that independently manages typical patient complexity, anticipates needs, and adapts care to clinical variations.

Nurse Level 4 (N4) – Leader and Mentor

• Advanced level clinician that leads complex cases and serves as a clinical resource and mentor to other nursing staff.

Nurse Level 5 (N5) – Master Clinician

• Expert clinician and procedural leader that autonomously manages the highest risk scenarios and advances practice through education and leadership.

Licenses Required

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah. Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking