Operating Room (OR) Nurse

OrthoVirginia Inc; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,461 - 75,699; Full time

Job summary

OrthoVirginia Inc in Lynchburg, VA is seeking an Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join a leading orthopedic and therapy care team. The role involves circulating in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic surgery center with four 10-hour shifts and an on-call rotation including weekends and holidays.

You will prepare rooms and equipment, verify patient identity and procedure, advocate for patients, collaborate with surgeons and perioperative staff, and maintain documentation and supply levels

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Operating Room (OR) nursing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing principles and surgical procedures.
• Experience circulating surgical cases.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS preferred, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Circulate surgical cases in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic surgery center.
• Prepare operating rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies for scheduled procedures.
• Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure in accordance with safety protocols.
• Act as patient advocate before, during, and after surgery.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and the perioperative team.
• Anticipate needs of the surgical team to promote efficient case flow.
• Monitor patients throughout the intra-operative phase while maintaining safety and comfort.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist with inventory management and maintain appropriate supply levels.
• Respond quickly and effectively to changes in patient condition or surgical needs.

Skills

RN license

OR nursing experience

Perioperative nursing

Circulating cases

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Job description

Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN)

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full‑time and part‑time opportunities in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.

Schedule & Work Environment

Four 10‑hour shifts (4x10). Participation in an on‑call rotation required, including weekends and holidays. Hospital‑based operating room providing surgical care.

Responsibilities

• Circulate surgical cases in a fast‑paced outpatient orthopedic surgery center.
• Prepare operating rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies for scheduled procedures.
• Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure in accordance with safety protocols.
• Act as patient advocate before, during, and after surgery.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and the perioperative team.
• Anticipate needs of the surgical team to promote efficient case flow.
• Monitor patients throughout the intra‑operative phase while maintaining safety and comfort.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Assist with inventory management and maintain appropriate supply levels.
• Respond quickly and effectively to changes in patient condition or surgical needs.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Operating Room (OR) nursing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing principles and surgical procedures.
• Experience circulating surgical cases.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred, if applicable).

Compensation

Compensation range: $36.63 – $54.95 per hour, adjusted for qualifications, experience, education, skills, certifications, geography, and internal equity considerations.

EEO Statement

This organization participates in e-Verify. Esta organización participa en e-Verify. OrthoVirginia is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.