Operating Room Registered Nurse

The Employee Connect; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 71,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance and disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs and gym membership

Paid time off

Job summary

The Employee Connect is recruiting an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse for a full-time, on-site position in Beckley, West Virginia. You will work four 10-hour day shifts, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, as a circulating nurse across diverse surgical cases and with no on-call requirements.

The role requires WV RN licensure (or eligibility), a nursing degree, and at least 1 year of perioperative experience. BLS is required within 30 days, ACLS/PALS within 6 months, and ASLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current WV RN license or eligibility to obtain it.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year of surgery or perioperative nursing experience.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required within 6 months of hire.
• ASLS certification preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a high-pressure surgical environment.
• Ability to work on-site and stand for 10-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as circulating nurse in a fully equipped operating room across orthopedic, trauma, sports medicine, general, gynecologic, vascular, podiatry, spine, urology, and robotic-assisted procedures.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments before, during, and after surgery and identify patient needs.
• Initiate nursing interventions based on assessment findings and provide age- and condition-appropriate care.
• Document timely and accurate information supporting medical necessity in the medical record.
• Develop and revise interdisciplinary care plans for each patient.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists to maintain safe, efficient rooms.
• Maintain infection control, sterile technique, and OR safety protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement and ongoing competency validation.
• Assist in orienting new team members and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Perioperative nursing

Clinical assessment

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

About the Role

A leading regional healthcare provider known for patient-centric care is seeking an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse to join its surgical services team in Beckley, West Virginia. This is a full-time, on-site, day-shift opportunity within an acute care hospital that values clinical excellence, patient safety, and collaborative teamwork. The OR supports both inpatient and outpatient cases across a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and the organization is hiring multiple nurses for this unit. The schedule is four 10-hour day shifts, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no call. The ideal candidate is a skilled perioperative nurse who thrives in a team-oriented setting, communicates clearly under pressure, and takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care to the community.

Core Responsibilities

• Serve as a circulating nurse in a fully equipped operating room supporting orthopedic and orthopedic trauma, sports medicine, general surgery, gynecology, vascular, podiatry, spine, trauma, urology, and robotic-assisted procedures
• Perform accurate and thorough patient assessments and identify patient needs before, during, and after surgery
• Initiate appropriate nursing interventions based on assessment findings and provide age- and condition-appropriate care
• Complete timely and accurate documentation that supports medical necessity in the medical record
• Develop, implement, and revise interdisciplinary care plans for each patient
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists to keep each room running safely and efficiently
• Maintain compliance with infection control, sterile technique, and OR safety protocols
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing competency validation
• Support the orientation of new team members and contribute to a culture of continuous learning

Required Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in the state of West Virginia, or eligibility to obtain it
• Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school
• Minimum of 1 year of surgery or perioperative nursing experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required within 6 months of hire
• ASLS certification preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a high-pressure surgical environment
• Ability to work on-site, standing for extended periods during 10-hour shifts
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship available

Benefits & Pay

• Base salary ranging from $71,136 to $100,256 annually, commensurate with experience
• Full relocation package available
• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability coverage, paid family leave, and paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition assistance for higher education and certifications, plus loan assistance
• Wellness programs including gym memberships, virtual care, and mental health services
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Stable day-shift schedule with no call, supporting strong work-life balance