Perioperative RN — Operating Room Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal retirement plan

Federal health insurance

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Richmond, VA seeks a Nurse II Perioperative OR RN to deliver perioperative care across multiple surgical specialties. The role requires leadership, documentation in electronic health records, and on-call duties for emergencies.

You will work in a nine-OR facility serving Veterans, with opportunities for professional development and participation in a comprehensive rewards package, including time off and federal benefits.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required.
• Graduate nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in a US state or territory.
• GNT exception may apply at entry level with licensure pursued.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative nursing care across multiple surgical specialties.
• Lead in the OR, coordinate care and ensure patient safety.
• Maintain sterile technique and assist in instrument handling.
• Document care in the electronic health record accurately and timely.
• Be on-call during off-tour hours for emergencies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Education

Graduate nursing program approved by ACEN or CCNE

Current RN license in US state/territory (full, active, unrestricted)

GNT exception (if applicable)

Foreign nursing education equivalency validation (ICD or equivalent)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Richmond, VA seeks a Nurse II Perioperative OR RN to deliver perioperative care across multiple surgical specialties. The role requires leadership, documentation in electronic health records, and on-call duties for emergencies.

You will work in a nine-OR facility serving Veterans, with opportunities for professional development and participation in a comprehensive rewards package, including time off and federal benefits.