Pediatric Operating Room Nurse: Expert Surgical Care

Children's National Hospital; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Fairfax, VA is seeking an experienced Operating Room Nurse to provide patient care in a surgical setting. You will monitor the patient and operative environment, support the surgical team, and help ensure safety, efficiency, and optimal outcomes during procedures.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred), two years of OR experience, and a current RN license in DC/MD/VA, plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing from an approved school (Required).
• BSN degree preferred.
• Two years operating room experience required.
• Experience in two specialties (e.g., Neurosurgery, Ortho, GI, Urology) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team to assess and plan intraoperative patient care.
• Prepare the OR and equipment for the procedure and ensure readiness of implants.
• Deliver patient- and family-centered perioperative care using evidence-based practice.
• Navigate the EMR to document care and support safety and quality initiatives.
• Mentor orientee and participate in unit governance to improve patient care.

Skills

RN

Pediatric OR experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

BSN (Preferred)

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Fairfax, VA is seeking an experienced Operating Room Nurse to provide patient care in a surgical setting. You will monitor the patient and operative environment, support the surgical team, and help ensure safety, efficiency, and optimal outcomes during procedures.

Requirements include an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred), two years of OR experience, and a current RN license in DC/MD/VA, plus BLS certification.