Perioperative OR Nurse — Surgical Care Expert

Colorado Psychiatric; Aurora, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Psychiatric seeks an Operating Room RN to plan, direct, and coordinate care for patients undergoing operative procedures. Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program and possess current licensure; foreign-trained nurses require equivalency validation.

The role requires strong English proficiency and adherence to VA nursing standards. Experience in operating room settings and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team are essential for patient safety and quality care delivery.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English (written and spoken) per VA requirements.
• Nursing program must be approved and ACEN/CCNE accredited.
• Foreign-educated nurses require degree equivalency validation.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise direct patient care in the OR.
• Adhere to safety and infection control standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team to plan and deliver care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records.
• Support Time Out and surgical checkout processes.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Education

Graduate of a nursing program approved by ACEN/CCNE

Job description

Colorado Psychiatric seeks an Operating Room RN to plan, direct, and coordinate care for patients undergoing operative procedures. Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program and possess current licensure; foreign-trained nurses require equivalency validation.

The role requires strong English proficiency and adherence to VA nursing standards. Experience in operating room settings and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team are essential for patient safety and quality care delivery.