Operating Room Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Monadnock-Community-Hospital; Peterborough (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Monadnock Community Hospital in Peterborough, NH seeks a skilled Operating Room RN for a per diem, part-time role in a close-knit community hospital. Join a dedicated surgical team and contribute to high-quality perioperative patient care.

Requirements include NH RN license and 1 year OR experience; BLS is required, ACLS/PALS preferred. Per diem status with a competitive salary based on experience and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license required in NH.
• 1 year of operating room experience required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS preferred.
• Proficiency in handling surgical instruments and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of sterile techniques and infection control.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain the surgical suite including OR and instruments.
• Maintain sterile environment and report any breaks in aseptic technique.
• Assist surgical team by passing instruments and supplies during procedures.
• Apply knowledge of equipment to maintain best practice surgical protocols.
• Follow nursing process to provide high-quality patient care before, during, and after surgeries.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and assist in patient care throughout perioperative period.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterile technique

Team communication

Patient care

Education

RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Requisition Number: OPERA003776

• Part-Time

Locations

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MCH
Peterborough, NH 03458, USA

Description

Are you a skilled Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse (RN) looking for an opportunity to make a difference in a close‑knit community medical facility? Join us at Monadnock Community Hospital, located in the picturesque town of Peterborough, New Hampshire. We are seeking a dedicated professional to become a vital part of our surgical team.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain the surgical suite including the operating room and surgical instruments.
• Maintain a sterile and safe surgical environment, identify and correct and/or report breaks in aseptic technique.
• Assist surgical team by passing instruments and supplies during procedures.
• Apply knowledge of surgical equipment to maintain best practice surgical protocols.
• Use evidence based best practices and follow the nursing process of assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate to provide high quality patient care, before, during, and after various surgical procedures.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and assist in patient care before, during, and after surgery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license Required OR
• 1 year of experience in an operating room setting required.
• Proficiency in handling surgical instruments and equipment.
• Strong understanding of sterile techniques and infection control.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to fast‑paced situations.

Working Hours:

This is a per diem position

Competitive salary based on experience.

About Our Benefits

We strive to employ and retain the most highly qualified individuals by providing equitable wages and benefits, promoting from within, and supporting the continuing education efforts of our staff.

You will be valued and rewarded for the work you do here with excellent pay and outstanding benefits. At MCH, you’ll find great opportunities for career advancement as well as personal and professional growth.

• Free membership to local gym
• Positive work environment with a supportive team and opportunities for growth