Perioperative RN Circulator — OR Care & Coordination

UPMC; Steubenville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Ohio is seeking an RN Circulator to join the perioperative team. You will provide and coordinate nursing care for patients undergoing operative procedures, verify identity and procedure details, and support infection control in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The role requires Ohio RN licensure, 1 year med/surg experience (perioperative preferred), and current BLS with ACLS/CNOR considerations. A strong teamwork mindset and commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing with Ohio Licensure.
• Minimum of one year med/surg experience; perioperative experience preferred.
• BLS Provider certification required at start; ACLS preferred; CNOR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes nursing process to provide and coordinate perioperative patient care.
• Performs patient assessments and collects health history data.
• Verifies patient identity, correct site, and procedure; conducts fire risk assessments.
• Plans and implements care, follows physician orders, and intervenes timely.
• Maintains infection control and monitors surgical equipment and counts.
• Communicates information to care providers and team members.
• Verifies procedures and wound classification with surgeon.
• Participates in emergencies and fulfills circulator role.
• Adheres to licensure, certifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Infection control

Team communication

Emergency response

Education

RN degree (BSN/RN diploma)

Job description

UPMC in Ohio is seeking an RN Circulator to join the perioperative team. You will provide and coordinate nursing care for patients undergoing operative procedures, verify identity and procedure details, and support infection control in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The role requires Ohio RN licensure, 1 year med/surg experience (perioperative preferred), and current BLS with ACLS/CNOR considerations. A strong teamwork mindset and commitment to safety are essential.