Registered Nurse OR Circulator

Jobot; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunches daily

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced OR Circulator (Registered Nurse) for our outpatient surgery center specializing exclusively in orthopedic procedures. This role focuses on delivering safe, efficient perioperative care as the circulating nurse in the OR.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of OR Circulating experience with orthopedic emphasis, hold an active RN license, and are adept at collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, and staff in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. No nights, no weekends.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing (state requirements apply).
• Minimum of 2 years of OR Circulating experience, with a strong emphasis on orthopedic surgery.
• Experience in outpatient or ambulatory surgery center preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of orthopedic procedures, instruments, implants, and equipment.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the circulating nurse for orthopedic surgical procedures in an outpatient setting.
• Ensure operating rooms are properly prepared, equipped, and stocked for scheduled cases.
• Verify patient identity, procedure, and surgical site per safety protocols.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection prevention standards.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other team members.
• Manage intraoperative documentation and patient care records accurately and timely.
• Advocate for patient safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the surgical experience.
• Anticipate surgeon and procedural needs specific to orthopedic cases (e.g., implants, instrumentation, positioning).
• Assist with room turnover and efficiency between cases.
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and facility policies and procedures.

Skills

RN License

OR Circulating Experience

Orthopedic Procedures

Communication Skills

High-Volume Environment

Job description

Registered Nurse OR Circulator - No Nights, No Call and No Weekends!

Salary: $38 - $51 per hour

A bit about us

A well-established outpatient surgery center specializing in complex orthopedic cases.

Why join us

• Predictable schedules with no overnight, weekend, or holiday shifts
• Collaborative, specialty-focused orthopedic team
• Free lunches daily provided by the surgeons
• Patient-centered outpatient environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced OR Circulator to join our outpatient surgery center specializing exclusively in orthopedic procedures. The ideal candidate is a skilled perioperative nurse with a strong orthopedic background who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented ambulatory surgery environment. This role focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered care throughout the perioperative process.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the circulating nurse for orthopedic surgical procedures in an outpatient setting
• Ensure operating rooms are properly prepared, equipped, and stocked for scheduled cases
• Verify patient identity, procedure, and surgical site in compliance with safety protocols
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure adherence to infection prevention standards
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other team members
• Manage intraoperative documentation and patient care records accurately and timely
• Advocate for patient safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the surgical experience
• Anticipate surgeon and procedural needs specific to orthopedic cases (e.g., implants, instrumentation, positioning)
• Assist with room turnover and efficiency between cases
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and facility policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing (state-specific requirements apply)
• Minimum of 2 years of OR Circulating experience, with a strong emphasis on orthopedic surgery
• Experience in an outpatient or ambulatory surgery center preferred
• Thorough knowledge of orthopedic procedures, instruments, implants, and equipment
• BLS required; ACLS preferred (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume surgical environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Lift, position, and transfer patients as needed
• Manual dexterity to handle surgical equipment and supplies

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.