PRN Circulator/Scrub Registered Nurse (RN), Ambulatory Surgery Center

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a PRN Circulator/Scrub RN for the Ambulatory Surgery Center in Austin. The RN Circulator coordinates care, supports the surgical team, and ensures a sterile environment across pre-, intra-, and postoperative phases.

Required ADN and Texas RN license with 2+ years perioperative experience; BSN and CNOR preferred. Scheduled 8 hours weekly; non-exempt. Salary reflects $47.30/hr plus qualifications, reporting to the OR Charge Nurse.

Qualifications

• Required ADN; Texas RN license; 2+ years clinical/perioperative nursing experience
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
• CNOR certification preferred and BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Preoperative room preparation and equipment setup
• Maintain sterile environment and assist team intraoperatively
• Advocate for patient and monitor vitals perioperatively
• Postoperative care planning and discharge education
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations

Skills

Clinical perioperative nursing

Surgical patient care

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) - preferred

CNOR - preferred

Job description

PRN Circulator/Scrub Registered Nurse (RN), Ambulatory Surgery Center

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Hiring Department

Dell Medical School

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Position Open To

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours

8

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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date

Immediately

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Position Duration

Expected to Continue

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Location

AUSTIN, TX

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Purpose

The RN Circulator manages the nursing care of patients during surgical procedures, ensuring a safe and sterile environment. This role prepares the operating room, assists the surgical team, and monitors patient status throughout the procedure. The RN Circulator typically reports to the OR Charge Nurse and works closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists.

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Preoperative Preparation

• Prepares the operating room with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Verifies patient information and surgical site before the procedure begins.
• Ensures all surgical instruments are sterilized and functioning.

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Intraoperative Assistance

• Monitors the surgical team to maintain a sterile environment.
• Assists in positioning the patient safely before the surgery.
• Documents all aspects of the surgical procedure in the patient's chart.

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Patient Advocacy

• Acts as an advocate for the patient before, during, and after surgery.
• Monitors and records the patient's vitals pre-operation.
• Provides emotional support to patients and their families.

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Postoperative Care

• Assesses the patient's condition and readiness for discharge from the post-anesthesia care unit.
• Escorts patients to the recovery room post-operation.
• Provides discharge instructions and patient education.

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Compliance and Safety

• Ensures compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Implements and enforces safety protocols for surgical procedures.
• Stays updated on industry regulations and best practices.

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Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in a clinical setting, preferably in surgical or perioperative nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.

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Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate

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Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• At least 3 year(s) of experience in surgical or perioperative nursing.
• Certification in Perioperative Nursing (CNOR).

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Salary Range

$47.30/hr + depending on qualifications

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Working Environment/Equipment

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

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Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

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Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) (Title IX) and other applicable laws (Clery Act, etc.). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.