PRN Registered Nurse - Operating Room

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Job summary

Boulder Centre for Orthopedics and Spine is seeking an Operating Room RN to provide expert perioperative care in a fast-paced orthopedic setting. You will support circulating and scrub activities, ensure patient safety, and coordinate with surgeons and staff to optimize outcomes.

The role requires 2 years of OR nursing experience, a Colorado RN license, and BCLS/ACLS certification. This PRN on-site position offers hourly pay and opportunities for professional growth in orthopedics.

Qualifications

• 2 years of OR nursing (RN) experience; orthopedic ASC preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred; Colorado RN license.
• BCLS & ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs circulating functions before surgery, including preparing the operating environment, orienting and assessing the patient, and reviewing the patient’s medical record and surgeon’s notes to ensure all prerequisites and preferences are met.
• Ensures safety checklists and procedures are implemented and documented at all times.
• Performs circulating functions during surgery, including monitoring and communicating patient condition, documenting interventions and activities, monitoring the sterile field, and controlling traffic into, out of, and around the operating room suite.
• Assists with scrub functions, including the preparation, selection, and handling of instruments and supplies used during the surgical procedure. Performs surgical counts with the surgical tech/scrub nurse.
• Provides nursing care to a high-acuity surgical patient population in a technically demanding environment.
• Within the scope of the job, it requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

2 years OR nursing experience

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Patient safety

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Colorado RN license

BCLS & ACLS

Tools

Surgical equipment handling

Job description

Description

Job Overview: Join our orthopedics practice as an Operating Room RN, where you'll play a vital role in providing exceptional care to our patients. Our Orthopedic Surgery Center is committed to compassion, excellence, and collaboration. We empower our team to grow personally and professionally through continuous learning opportunities. From general orthopedics to specialized areas like sports medicine and pain management, our services cover a wide range.

Department: OR

Reports to: OR Nurse Manager

Schedule/Type: PRN- onsite/hourly, M-T 10-hour shifts, with 2 shifts per month, minimum requirement

Wage: $51 per hour

Bonus Eligibility: No

Requirements

Essential Duties

• Performs circulating functions before surgery, including preparing the operating environment, orienting and assessing the patient, and reviewing the patient’s medical record and surgeon’s notes to ensure all prerequisites and preferences are met.
• Ensures safety checklists and procedures are implemented and documented at all times.
• Performs circulating functions during surgery, including monitoring and communicating patient condition, documenting interventions and activities, monitoring the sterile field, and controlling traffic into, out of, and around the operating room suite.
• Assists with scrub functions, including the preparation, selection, and handling of instruments and supplies used during the surgical procedure. Performs surgical counts with the surgical tech/scrub nurse.
• Provides nursing care to a high-acuity surgical patient population in a technically demanding environment.
• Within the scope of the job, it requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

• Continuous learning and expertise maintenance in healthcare.
• Analytical skills to gather information and devise action plans.
• Utilization of intelligence and critical thinking in decision-making.
• Advanced understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
• Proficiency in using specialized medical equipment for surgical care.
• Adherence to evidence-based practice and regulatory standards.
• Quick response to changing work conditions with appropriate action.
• Accurate and timely communication of patient care details.
• Ability to conduct and interpret diagnostic tests for intervention.
• Knowledge of community resources for patient care continuity.
• Competence in reading and applying technical instructions.
• Ensuring patient safety and security during medication use.
• Consistent practice of hand hygiene and aseptic techniques
• Upholding patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Experience Required: 2 years of OR nursing (RN) experience. Previous ASC experience in an Orthopedic setting preferred.

Education/Certification requirements

• Degree in Nursing: Bachelor's Preferred
• Current Colorado Registered Nurse license
• BCLS & ACLS certification required.

Company Paid Benefits

• EAP

This position will be open for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until a top candidate is identified.

Boulder Centre for Orthopedics is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage diverse candidates to apply and welcome the opportunity to build a talented and inclusive workforce. In our recruitment and employment practices, we adhere to applicable federal, state, and local laws, ensuring fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of employment. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to serve our patients and community effectively. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, regardless of background or identity.