Perioperative OR Nurse – PRN, Day Shifts

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical & dental

Vision & Rx

401K with match

Student loan program

Career development

Job summary

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Washington, DC is hiring an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse (PRN-Days) to provide direct perioperative care across pre, intra, and post-operative phases. You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the healthcare team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The role requires DC RN license, BLS, and 2+ years of OR or perioperative nursing experience (BSN preferred; ACLS/CNOR

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• DC RN License required.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room or perioperative nursing experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• CNOR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for surgical patients.
• Prepare operating rooms with necessary instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies.
• Verify patient identity, procedure, surgical site, and consent prior to surgery.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection prevention standards throughout procedures.
• Function in the role of circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse during surgical procedures.
• Monitor patient condition and respond appropriately to changes during surgery.
• Assist surgeons and procedural teams during operative procedures.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient care, surgical counts, medications, and implants.
• Coordinate with anesthesia providers and postoperative care teams for smooth patient transitions.
• Advocate for patient safety and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Participate in emergency response situations within the surgical setting.
• Maintain knowledge of surgical equipment, instruments, and advanced technology.
• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures and postoperative expectations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education activities.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Education

DC RN License

BSN preferred

Job description

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health in Washington, DC is hiring an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse (PRN-Days) to provide direct perioperative care across pre, intra, and post-operative phases. You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the healthcare team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The role requires DC RN license, BLS, and 2+ years of OR or perioperative nursing experience (BSN preferred; ACLS/CNOR