Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Department

Emerson Hospital; West Concord (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Health in Concord, MA is seeking an experienced OR Nurse to join its Operating Room team as a Registered Nurse (RN) - OR. In this temporary position, you’ll circulate, scrub, and collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and perioperative staff in state-of-the-art suites.

You’ll deliver patient-centered care from prep through recovery, adhere to safety protocols, mentor new team members, and document care accurately to support outstanding outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
• Current Massachusetts RN license and BLS certification.
• CNOR a plus.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver age-appropriate, patient-centered care during surgical procedures.
• Act as the patient’s advocate verifying identity, ensuring safety, and monitoring every detail from prep to recovery.
• Scrub and circulate for various procedures, handling specialty instruments and technology with confidence.
• Create a calm, safe environment by adhering to safety protocols and anticipating patient and surgical team needs.
• Support and mentor new perioperative team members and serve as a resource and leader when needed.
• Document care accurately and work collaboratively to meet and exceed quality standards.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Patient safety orientation

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Department

Concord , MA

OR Nurse

Temporary Position , Day shift , 0630-1900

Hours/Pay Period: 36

Salary Range: $40.01 - $73.65 / Hourly

Registered Nurse – Operating Room (OR)

Location: Emerson Health – Concord, MA

Are you passionate about providing exceptional surgical care and thrive in a fast-paced environment where every detail matters? Join our dynamic Operating Room team at Emerson Health and play a vital role in helping patients through some of life’s most important moments.

As an OR Nurse, you’ll be more than just part of the surgical team. You’ll be a key player ensuring safety, comfort, and compassionate care throughout the entire intraoperative experience. You’ll circulate, scrub, and collaborate with talented surgeons, anesthesiologists, and fellow nurses in our state-of-the-art surgical suites.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and deliver age-appropriate, patient-centered care during surgical procedures.
• Act as the patient’s advocate verifying identity, ensuring safety, and monitoring every detail from prep to recovery.
• Scrub and circulate for various procedures, handling specialty instruments and technology with confidence.
• Create a calm, safe environment by adhering to safety protocols and anticipating patient and surgical team needs.
• Support and mentor new perioperative team members and serve as a resource and leader when needed.
• Document care accurately and work collaboratively to meet and exceed quality standards.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Team-Centered Culture: Work with a supportive, highly skilled OR team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities to precept, take on charge roles, and advance your perioperative skills.
• Community Impact: Be part of a hospital that’s small enough to feel personal but big enough to provide top-tier care.

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
• Current Massachusetts RN license and BLS certification (CNOR a plus!).
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety and comfort.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited about joining a hospital where compassion meets excellence and every team member’s contribution matters, we’d love to hear from you.