Operating Room Registered Nurse

NurseDeck Inc; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

NurseDeck Inc. in Florida seeks an experienced Registered Nurse – Operating Room to provide specialized perioperative care before, during, and after surgical procedures. You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to ensure patient safety and efficient operations.

This role requires travel experience, a solid knowledge of sterile techniques, and excellent communication. A nursing degree with RN licensure and BLS certification are required, with opportunities across

Qualifications

• RN license active and in good standing.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Minimum 2 years in perioperative/operating room nursing.
• Knowledge of surgical protocols, sterile techniques, and patient safety.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures with pre-op education.
• Assist surgeons and anesthesiologists during operations.
• Maintain sterile field and enforce infection control.
• Administer medications and monitor responses intraoperatively.
• Document care in EMR systems.
• Provide post-operative monitoring and patient education.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Surgical protocols

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

RN license

BLS certification

CNOR (preferred)

ACLS (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems (Epic/Cerner)

Job description

Note - Travel Experience Required

JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse – Operating Room provides specialized perioperative care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures. This role requires expertise in surgical protocols, sterile techniques, and patient safety standards. The nurse collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists to ensure efficient and safe operations while delivering compassionate patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including assessments and pre-operative education
• Assist surgeons and anesthesiologists during operations
• Maintain sterile field and enforce infection control protocols
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses during surgery
• Document patient care accurately in EMR systems
• Provide post-operative care including monitoring recovery and educating patients/families
• Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure smooth workflow and patient safety

Required Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in perioperative or operating room nursing
• Strong knowledge of surgical protocols, sterile techniques, and patient safety standards
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in specialty surgical units (orthopedic, cardiac, neurosurgery, etc.)
• Familiarity with EMR systems such as Epic or Cerner

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
• Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) credential is a plus