Operating Room RN Circulator Educator

TEEMA; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking an Operating Room RN Circulator Educator to advance perioperative nursing through education, mentorship, and program development. This role focuses on building clinical competency, enhancing team performance, and driving continuous improvement in the surgical environment.

The ideal candidate is an experienced OR nurse passionate about teaching, developing others, and shaping the future of perioperative care, equipping teams with knowledge and skills for safe patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• BSN required; commitment to obtain BSN within three years.
• Active RN license in Oregon.
• ACLS, PALS, CNOR certifications required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hospital nursing experience.
• At least three (3) years of Operating Room experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver comprehensive education programs for clinical staff with a focus on perioperative nursing.
• Teach technical and theoretical concepts using effective adult learning principles.
• Serve as a resource for staff onboarding, competency validation, and ongoing professional development.
• Utilize simulation-based training tools, including mannequins and clinical software, to enhance learning and readiness.
• Develop realistic simulation scenarios to improve critical thinking, clinical judgment, and patient safety.
• Partner with department managers and clinical nurse coordinators to assess and address educational needs.
• Support the development and implementation of organization-wide education strategies.
• Collaborate with Quality Management teams to align training initiatives with performance improvement goals.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs using measurable outcomes and feedback.
• Identify opportunities for clinical improvement and support system-wide quality initiatives.
• Assist with quality-related projects and organizational initiatives as needed.
• Maintain high standards of communication, organization, and professionalism.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and compassionate care.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Curriculum development

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Operating Room RN Circulator Educator is a key clinical leader responsible for advancing perioperative nursing excellence through education, mentorship, and program development. This role extends beyond bedside care, focusing on building clinical competency, enhancing team performance, and driving continuous improvement across the surgical environment.

This position is ideal for an experienced OR nurse who is passionate about teaching, developing others, and shaping the future of perioperative care. You will play a vital role in equipping clinical teams with the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to deliver safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Design and deliver comprehensive education programs for clinical staff with a focus on perioperative nursing

Teach technical and theoretical concepts using effective adult learning principles

Serve as a resource for staff onboarding, competency validation, and ongoing professional development

Simulation & Clinical Innovation

Utilize simulation-based training tools, including mannequins and clinical software, to enhance learning and readiness

Develop realistic simulation scenarios to improve critical thinking, clinical judgment, and patient safety

Partner with department managers and clinical nurse coordinators to assess and address educational needs

Support the development and implementation of organization-wide education strategies

Collaborate with Quality Management teams to align training initiatives with performance improvement goals

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs using measurable outcomes and feedback

Identify opportunities for clinical improvement and support system-wide quality initiatives

Assist with quality-related projects and organizational initiatives as needed

Professional Excellence

Maintain high standards of communication, organization, and professionalism

Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and compassionate care

Uphold patient confidentiality and ethical standards in all aspects of practice

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required (Relevant experience and national certifications may be considered with a commitment to obtain a BSN within three years)

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Oregon

Certifications required:

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

CNOR certification

Minimum of five (5) years of hospital nursing experience

At least three (3) years of Operating Room experience

Desired Qualifications

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) strongly preferred

Experience in education, staff development, or clinical training

Experience with simulation-based learning and training methodologies

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Ability to develop curriculum, learning objectives, and evaluation tools

Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt in a dynamic environment

Location & Work Type

On-site position

Full-time