Perioperative OR Nurse - Scrub & Circulating

Kaiser Permanente; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Registered Nurse for perioperative services in the Baltimore area. The role functions as a scrub or circulating nurse across surgical specialties, coordinating the OR team and developing patient care plans integrated with standard practices and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited RN program, holds an active Maryland and multi-state RN license, and possesses BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of accredited RN program.
• RN license in primary state of hire; multi-state licensing requirements may apply.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in scrub and circulating roles in major surgical specialties.
• CNOR preferred; compact/unified licensure may be required in some states.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes standard of care in perioperative nursing across surgical cases.
• Directs OR team coordination in circulating, scrub, pre-op or recovery roles.
• Develops perioperative nursing care plans for each patient.
• Maintains a safe environment for staff, physicians and patients.
• Communicates patient information for continuity of care in verbal or written reports.
• Maintains sterile technique and proper handling of equipment and instruments.
• Participates in OR Quality Assurance programs.
• Pursues continuing education and upholds professional standards.

Skills

Scrub nurse

Circulating nurse

Perioperative nursing

Sterile technique

Team coordination

Education

Registered Nurse program completion

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Registered Nurse for perioperative services in the Baltimore area. The role functions as a scrub or circulating nurse across surgical specialties, coordinating the OR team and developing patient care plans integrated with standard practices and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited RN program, holds an active Maryland and multi-state RN license, and possesses BLS certification.