Registered Nurse OR Circulator PRN

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Oklahoma City is seeking a Staff RN to provide direct nursing care in the OR. The role involves collaborating with healthcare teams, maintaining patient safety, and ensuring high-quality care standards. Candidates must possess a current RN license and relevant certifications. This position demands physical stamina and the ability to handle high-risk environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience as an OR circulator preferred.
• AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required within specified time.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to surgical patients in the OR according to policy.
• Coordinates patient care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Acts to protect and advance the patient’s best interest.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse Licensure

Job description

Under general supervision, the RN staff nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures of the hospital. In collaboration with the patient, the patient’s family, and other members of the healthcare team, the Staff RN assumes responsibility for the management and delivery of patient care in the intraoperative setting utilizing the nursing process. The Staff RN also assists the anesthesiologist and surgeon with patient-related care activities. Always works as a team member within the entire facility. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides care to surgical patients in the OR according to policy, procedure, and care standards.
2. Maintains knowledge of medications, equipment, expected patient outcomes during surgery, and anticipated complications.
3. Coordinates patient care with the multidisciplinary team.
4. Acts to protect and advance the patient’s best interest.
5. Satisfactorily demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties outlined in this job description and demonstrates ongoing competency in job duties.

Accountability:

• Reports to: Director of Nursing Perioperative Services, Assistant Director of Nursing Perioperative Services, RN OR Manager
• Supervises: Scrub Techs, Transporters, Patient Care Techs, LPNs, Orderlies

Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse Licensure with the State of Oklahoma required.
• Minimum of one year experience as an OR circulator preferred.
• AHA BLS Healthcare required within 30 days of hire, if not currently certified.
• AHA ACLS required within 120 days of hire, if not currently certified.
• AHA PALS required within 120 days of hire, if not currently certified.

Required Physical Demands:

• Strength (Lift, Carry, Push, Pull): Heavy (exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects)
• Standing/Walking: Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, and walking; activity exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Keyboard/Dexterity: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
• Talking: Must be able to effectively communicate verbally
• Seeing: Yes
• Hearing: Yes
• Color Acuity: No

Environmental Conditions:

Level: High

High exposure to hazardous risks including potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, and chemicals. Hazards will be minimized if universal safety procedures are followed. Must follow standard precautions. May be required to work weekends or flexible schedules.