Operating Room Circulating Registered Nurse

MLK Community Hospital; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MLK Community Hospital in Pasadena, CA is seeking a full-time RN Circulator Nurse to provide safe perioperative care in a modern OR setting.

The Circulator coordinates pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, verifies consents, ensures sterile technique, documents in the EHR, administers medications, and collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia, and surgical techs to support patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates pre-, intra-, and post-operative care.
• Verifies patient consents.
• Ensures sterile technique and patient safety.
• Documents in the EHR accurately.
• Administers medications as needed.
• Responds to emergencies and supports the surgical team.

Job description

MLK Community Hospital seeks a full-time RN Circulator Nurse to provide safe, culturally competent perioperative care in a modern OR setting. The Circulator coordinates pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, verifies consents, ensures sterile technique, and advocates for patient safety. This role collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia, and surgical techs, accurately documents in the EHR, administers medications, and responds to emergencies. Nurses thrive in a mission-driven, equity-focused culture that values teamwork, professional growth, and high-quality outcomes for an underserved South Los Angeles community.