Perioperative RN – Scrub & Circulate, 12-Hour Day Shift

trinityhealth; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a perioperative registered nurse to provide intraoperative care as scrub and circulating nurse across neonatal to geriatric patients. The role requires call, weekends, nights and holidays as scheduled, with a 12-hour day shift.

You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia and OR staff to prepare for cases, maintain patient safety through aseptic technique, and participate in department improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact RN license issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Operating Room experience preferred.
• BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs and circulates on cases independently, with minimal direction.
• Prepares for surgical cases, anticipating needs of patient and OR team.
• Maintains aseptic technique and safe environment.
• Collects and analyzes data to support nursing diagnoses.
• Communicates with patients, staff, physicians, and families.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup and function.
• Directs room clean-up and turnover.

Skills

OR experience

BLS certification

English language proficiency

Mandatory Reporter training

Education

RN license (Iowa)

Job description

Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a perioperative registered nurse to provide intraoperative care as scrub and circulating nurse across neonatal to geriatric patients. The role requires call, weekends, nights and holidays as scheduled, with a 12-hour day shift.

You will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia and OR staff to prepare for cases, maintain patient safety through aseptic technique, and participate in department improvement initiatives.