Operating Room RN Circulator — Skilled Patient Advocate

Kaiser Permanente; Oregon; On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Clackamas, Oregon is seeking an OR RN Circulator to join our operating room team. The RN circulates and supports patient safety, coordinating with the surgical team to ensure smooth case flow.

Responsibilities include preop/intraop activities, instrument management, and effective communication with all care providers. Required: Oregon RN license and BLS; ACLS preferred. Mon–Fri schedule with occasional variations.

Qualifications

• RN with current Oregon license and BLS; ACLS preferred.
• Graduate from accredited nursing program and high school/GED.
• Experience in operating room settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care within the OR as a circulating nurse.
• Ensures patient safety and accurate instrument handling.
• Collaborates with surgeons and the health care team to maintain workflow.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized information systems

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Clackamas, Oregon is seeking an OR RN Circulator to join our operating room team. The RN circulates and supports patient safety, coordinating with the surgical team to ensure smooth case flow.

Responsibilities include preop/intraop activities, instrument management, and effective communication with all care providers. Required: Oregon RN license and BLS; ACLS preferred. Mon–Fri schedule with occasional variations.