OR Circulating Nurse — Surgical Services, Full-Time

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Surgical Services Operating Room at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. The role involves circulating during procedures, coordinating patient care, and upholding sterile technique in a fast-paced OR.

You will collaborate with surgeons, CRNAs, residents, and techs, perform preop assessments, maintain safety, and participate in continuous quality improvement. BSN preferred; ADN acceptable with plan to obtain BSN.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; ADN acceptable with commitment to complete BSN within 5 years.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of 1 year 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

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary circulating nurse, coordinating all aspects of patient care throughout surgical procedures while maintaining 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

Patient safety

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

BSN preferred

ADN acceptable with commitment to BSN within 5 years

Graduation from accredited nursing program

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Surgical Services Operating Room at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital. The role involves circulating during procedures, coordinating patient care, and upholding sterile technique in a fast-paced OR.

You will collaborate with surgeons, CRNAs, residents, and techs, perform preop assessments, maintain safety, and participate in continuous quality improvement. BSN preferred; ADN acceptable with plan to obtain BSN.