Perioperative Nurse Clinician III - OR Expert

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX seeks an experienced RN for perioperative care within Nursing & Care Management. The role emphasizes operating room, ICU, and Cath Lab exposure, requires a Texas RN license and BLS, and supports high‑acuity surgical patients in a collaborative team.

The position focuses on patient safety, aseptic technique, and active participation in competency orientation and departmental initiatives to improve outcomes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Two years of preferred clinical operating room, ICU, Cath Lab or other procedural experience.
• Current license or permit to practice in Texas and current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and competent intraoperative patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintains aseptic technique and operates specialized OR equipment.
• Completes competency orientation and participates in CCAP/CCAP-related activities.
• Performs and documents nursing assessments, care plans and procedures for surgical patients.
• Supports patient safety, efficiency, and department projects while maintaining professionalism.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient advocacy

Education

RN license in Texas

Job description

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX seeks an experienced RN for perioperative care within Nursing & Care Management. The role emphasizes operating room, ICU, and Cath Lab exposure, requires a Texas RN license and BLS, and supports high‑acuity surgical patients in a collaborative team.

The position focuses on patient safety, aseptic technique, and active participation in competency orientation and departmental initiatives to improve outcomes and efficiency.