Perioperative Nurse: Precision OR Care & Team Leadership

Children's National Medical Center; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Children's National Hospital is seeking an Operating Room Nurse to provide high‑quality intraoperative care in a fast-paced surgical setting. You will collaborate with a diverse team to ensure patient safety, prepare the OR, and support families throughout procedures.

The role emphasizes pediatric OR experience, strong communication, and adherence to documentation standards and policies. Join a nationally recognized pediatric hospital with a commitment to excellence and education.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 2 years OR experience in multiple specialties.
• 1 year pediatric OR experience preferred; proficiency in at least three services.
• Licensure: RN in DC, MD, or VA; BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Consults and coordinates with the healthcare team to plan intraoperative patient care.
• Serves as liaison to patients, families, and the operating team.
• Prepares the operating room and assembles equipment.
• Delivers perioperative, patient- and family-centered care.
• Uses outcome data to inform care decisions and participate in quality improvement.
• Document in the EMR to support patient care and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Pediatric OR experience

Communication

Collaboration

Decision making

Diversity & inclusion

Managing relationships

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

CNOR certification

Job description

Children's National Hospital is seeking an Operating Room Nurse to provide high‑quality intraoperative care in a fast-paced surgical setting. You will collaborate with a diverse team to ensure patient safety, prepare the OR, and support families throughout procedures.

The role emphasizes pediatric OR experience, strong communication, and adherence to documentation standards and policies. Join a nationally recognized pediatric hospital with a commitment to excellence and education.