Operating Room Nurse — Perioperative Care Leader

Children's National Medical Center; Merrifield (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center in Fairfax, VA is seeking an Operating Room Nurse to provide patient care during surgical procedures. The role requires 2 years of OR experience and RN licensure; BSN is preferred.

Strong teamwork, communication, and adherence to care standards are essential as you support universal safety protocols and perioperative care. The position emphasizes collaboration with surgical teams, EMR documentation, and ongoing participation in quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing from an approved program.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years operating room experience.
• Experience in at least two OR specialties (Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, General Surgery, etc.).
• Pediatric OR experience preferred.
• Proficiency with hospital systems and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team to plan intraoperative care.
• Serve as liaison to patients and families during surgery.
• Prepare OR, assemble equipment, ensure availability of supplies.
• Deliver perioperative care following nursing process.
• Navigate EMR to document patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Provide guidance to orientees and supervise clinical activities.
• Participate in unit governance to improve patient care and throughput.

Skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Diversity & inclusion

Decision making

Time management

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree BSN (Preferred)

Tools

EMR

Job description

Children's National Medical Center in Fairfax, VA is seeking an Operating Room Nurse to provide patient care during surgical procedures. The role requires 2 years of OR experience and RN licensure; BSN is preferred.

Strong teamwork, communication, and adherence to care standards are essential as you support universal safety protocols and perioperative care. The position emphasizes collaboration with surgical teams, EMR documentation, and ongoing participation in quality improvement initiatives