Registered Nurse, Operating Room Circulator

iLocatum; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $70,000–$90,000 USD

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life, accident, critical illness, and

Hospital indemnity insurance

Paid family leave & PTO

Tuition assistance & 401(k) with match

Wellness programs & signing bonus

Job summary

Ilocatum invites a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Operating Room team as an OR Circulator. This mid-level role focuses on patient safety and efficient perioperative care in a dynamic surgical environment, with responsibilities spanning pre-, intra-, and post-operative phases.

Qualified candidates hold NC or Compact RN licensure, BLS within 30 days, ACLS within 90 days, and 2+ years in OR Circulator roles, with experience in orthopedic, general surgery, da Vinci, and OB/GYN procedures.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina RN license or Compact license with NC endorsement.
• BLS due within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS due within 90 days of hire.
• Associate degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in Surgery and OR Circulating RN roles.
• Experience with orthopedic, general surgery, da Vinci, and OB/GYN procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-, intra-, and post-operative assessments to ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesiologists to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all procedures.
• Support the surgical team and ensure smooth workflow.
• Provide age-appropriate perioperative nursing care.

Skills

RN Licensure (NC / Compact)

BLS within 30 days

ACLS within 90 days

OR Circulating RN 2+ years

Orthopedic, general surgery, da Vinci,

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse, Operating Room Circulator

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Operating Room team as a Circulator. In this role, you will be integral to delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic surgical environment. This is a mid-level position that requires a proactive approach to ensure efficient and safe surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive pre-, intra-, and post-operative assessments to ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with surgical teams, including surgeons and anesthesiologists, to provide optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain precise and up-to-date documentation for all surgical procedures.
• Support the surgical team by anticipating needs and ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Deliver age-appropriate and procedure-specific nursing care throughout the perioperative process.

Qualifications:

• Current North Carolina State License or Compact License with North Carolina endorsement.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Associate’s degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in Surgery and Operating Room Circulating RN roles is required.
• Experience with orthopedic, general surgery, da Vinci, and some OB/GYN procedures is essential.

Work Hours:

Typical working hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with 1-2 on-call shifts per week. A 30-minute call-back response is required.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 USD.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, with options tailored for part-time and PRN employees.
• Financial protection plans including life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Opportunities for financial and career growth, including tuition assistance and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee wellness programs such as free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, and more.
• Signing bonus available.