Perioperative RN — Surgical Care Specialist

University Clinical Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University Clinical Health in Memphis, TN is seeking a Perioperative (OR) Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and coordinate patient care from admission to discharge, ensuring safe, efficient surgical flow and adherence to the facility’s mission.

This full-time position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, current RN license, and BLS/BCLS with ACLS and PALS within 90 days. CNOR is preferred, and OR circulator experience is encouraged to support patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
• Current state licensure to practice required.
• BLS/BCLS certification within 90 days of employment; must have documentation.
• ACLS certification within 90 days of employment; documentation required.
• PALS certification within 90 days of employment (if requested by supervisor).
• CNOR certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for the patient before, during, and after surgery.
• Monitor and record patient vitals pre-operation.
• Prepare surgical tools and materials for the surgical team.
• Document all aspects of the operation, including staff, tools, anesthetic amount, and duration.
• Assist the surgical team and escort patient to recovery post-operation.
• Maintain OR cleanliness and account for all used tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Written and verbal communication

Adaptability

Patient advocacy

Education

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing

Job description

University Clinical Health in Memphis, TN is seeking a Perioperative (OR) Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement, and coordinate patient care from admission to discharge, ensuring safe, efficient surgical flow and adherence to the facility’s mission.

This full-time position requires graduation from an accredited nursing program, current RN license, and BLS/BCLS with ACLS and PALS within 90 days. CNOR is preferred, and OR circulator experience is encouraged to support patient outcomes.