OR Circulating Nurse - Dynamic Surgical Team

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is seeking an experienced Operating Room nurse to join the Surgical Services team. You will serve as the primary circulating nurse, coordinating patient care during procedures and ensuring strict sterile technique and safety.

This 12-operating-room unit emphasizes teamwork with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and residents. A BSN is preferred (ADN acceptable with plan to complete BSN within 5 years); requires Michigan RN licensure and at least

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; ADN acceptable with commitment to complete BSN within 5 years of hire date
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Minimum of 1 year of operating room circulating experience
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in sterile technique, infection control, and patient safety protocols
• Ability to anticipate surgical team needs and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, specialized surgical environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and interdisciplinary team members
• Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary circulating nurse, coordinating all aspects of patient care throughout surgical procedures while maintaining strict adherence to sterile technique and safety protocols
• Conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments, including patient history review, verification of informed consent, and communication of pertinent information to the surgical team
• Prepare and maintain the operating room environment, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized, functional, and readily accessible
• Advocate for patient safety by implementing infection control measures, verifying surgical site markings, and ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission standards and hospital policies
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other team members to anticipate needs and coordinate seamless case flow
• Document accurate and timely nursing notes, including patient responses, medications administered, specimens collected, and any intraoperative complications or variances
• Provide compassionate patient and family education regarding surgical procedures, postoperative expectations, and discharge instructions
• Identify and implement solutions to address variances from expected patient outcomes and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Sterile technique

Adaptability

Education

BSN preferred

ADN acceptable with plan to complete BSN

Job description

Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is seeking an experienced Operating Room nurse to join the Surgical Services team. You will serve as the primary circulating nurse, coordinating patient care during procedures and ensuring strict sterile technique and safety.

This 12-operating-room unit emphasizes teamwork with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and residents. A BSN is preferred (ADN acceptable with plan to complete BSN within 5 years); requires Michigan RN licensure and at least