Registered Nurse OR Circulator

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

Benefits offered by this job

No nights

No weekends

Free lunches daily

Collaborative orthopedic team

Patient-centered environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced OR Circulator for our outpatient orthopedic surgery center. The role offers a fast-paced perioperative environment with no night, weekend, or holiday shifts and a focus on patient safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has an active RN license and at least 2 years in OR circulating roles, preferably in orthopedics, with BLS required and ACLS preferred. Join a collaborative team dedicated to high-quality outpatient care.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of OR Circulating experience, focused on orthopedics.
• Outpatient/ambulatory surgery center experience preferred.
• ACLS preferred (or ability to obtain) and BLS required.
• 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 procedures in an outpatient setting.
• Prepare, stock, and ensure operating rooms are ready for cases.
• Verify patient identity, procedure, and site per safety protocols.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection prevention standards.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, techs, and team members.
• Document intraoperative care and patient records timely.
• Advocate for patient safety, comfort, and dignity during surgery.
• Anticipate needs specific to orthopedic cases (implants, positioning).
• Assist with room turnover and efficiency between cases.
• Comply with regulatory, accreditation, and facility policies.

Education

RN license

BLS

ACLS (or ability to obtain)

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

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