OR Charge Nurse

United Surgical Partners International (USPI); Bethesda (AR); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International (USPI) is seeking an OR Charge RN for the Advanced Surgery Center of Bethesda. The role leads the OR team, coordinates case flow with surgeons and radiology, and ensures compliance with Joint Commission standards.

You will oversee daily schedules, meetings, and instrument management to maintain high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate has RN licensure with hospital OR experience, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and strong communication skills for working with

Qualifications

• RN license required; BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Three years of experience in surgery and OR nursing preferred.
• CNOR certification preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced OR.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the RN circulator and direct the OR team as needed.
• Coordinate daily case scheduling within the O.R. and X‑Ray departments.
• Prepare, coordinate and lead monthly OR staff meetings and trainings.
• Communicate with physicians to resolve issues and ensure smooth case flow.
• Order instruments and manage OR inventory and vendor relations.
• Assist with staffing, performance improvement, and policy updates.

Skills

Independent decision making

Prioritization

Effective communication

Team leadership

OR nursing skills

Education

RN license (Texas)

BLS

ACLS

PALS

CNOR preferred

Job description

USPI Advanced Surgery Center of Bethesda is seeking a motivated OR Charge RN to join our team. Advanced Surgery Center of Bethesdais a fast paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supervise the RN circulator and direct the OR team as needed.
• Assists in coordination of daily case scheduling in the O.R. with other staff to ensure schedule will flow smoothly (O.R. & X-Ray).
• Prepares monthly call schedules.
• Prepare, coordinate and perform monthly O.R. staff meetings for all OR, radiology, and anesthesia techs.
• Communicate effectively with physicians to resolve issues and provide efficiency and smooth case flow.
• Orders instruments and equipment for cases.
• Coordinate inventory quarterly in all areas of the OR
• Assists with OR education by coordinating and/or giving in-services.
• Prepare schedules in the afternoon for next day.
• Supervise the evening shift which includes coordination of the staff for case completions of the day and setting up for the next day. This also includes Radiology.
• Communicate with physicians to resolve equipment or instrument issues by coordinating ordering or getting repairs done.
• Communicate with vendors and representatives for supplies, equipment or instruments that are needed for cases.
• Works closely with Materials and Sterile Processing Dept to coordinate supplies & instrument needs.
• Preparing and administering annual evaluations
• Works closely with manager with hiring and orienting OR staff members
• Helps in revising and preparing policies that relate to O.R. functions
• Assistance in maintaining compliance for Joint Commission surveys
• Enters company data collections and observations with company EDGE
• MIDAS data entry.
• Enters data into Kronos time keeping program
• Assistance with staff counseling as necessary
• Coordinates and assists in Performance Improvement Projects.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school or professional nursing.
• Baccalaureate degree preferred or work related experience.
• Three (3) years experience in surgery.
• Current Texas RN License
• BLS, ACLS and PALS required
• CNOR preferred
• Independent decision making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, physicians, patients, families and vendors.
• Knowledgeable of hospital policies and procedures specific to the operating room.
• Clinically proficient in OR nursing skills, demonstrating knowledge of the developmental needs of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Pay Range- Min: $46.23 to Max: $57.79

Wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.)