Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Homeland Talent Solutions; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Homeland LLC is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room in Hickory, NC to support a high-acuity, multi-specialty surgical environment. You will circulate, maintain sterile field, coordinate intraoperative care, and collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers in a fast-paced setting.

Candidates must hold NC RN license and BLS; ACLS/PALS are preferred. At least one year of clinical nursing experience with OR exposure is expected.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina RN license or compact/multistate license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Prior Operating Room (OR) experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the circulating nurse during surgical procedures.
• Maintain the sterile field and follow all surgical protocols.
• Coordinate and support patient care throughout intraoperative phases.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure smooth case flow.
• Monitor, document, and communicate patient status and changes to the care team.
• Assist with operating room turnover to support efficiency and readiness for subsequent cases.
• Adapt to a wide range of surgical specialties and case complexities.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and patient safety standards.

Skills

OR circulation

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Homeland has partnered with a respected and dynamic healthcare system to hire a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room for a high-acuity, multi-specialty surgical environment in beautiful Hickory, NC.

This Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced procedural setting and is passionate about supporting complex surgeries across multiple specialties. This opportunity allows you to join a collaborative, high-performing surgical team within a large operating room that supports a wide range of service lines.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room, you will work alongside skilled surgeons, nurses, and surgical staff in an environment that values teamwork, adaptability, and clinical excellence. You will gain exposure to complex procedures including neurosurgery, orthopedics, general surgery, vascular, and robotic cases, while supporting a regional referral center that manages higher-acuity patients.

In this role, the Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room will play a key part in ensuring safe and efficient surgical care. Responsibilities include circulating during procedures, maintaining a sterile field, supporting surgical workflow, and prioritizing patient safety throughout the operative experience in a high-volume operating room setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the circulating nurse during surgical procedures
• Maintain the sterile field and follow all surgical protocols
• Coordinate and support patient care throughout all intraoperative phases
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure smooth and efficient case flow
• Monitor, document, and communicate patient status and changes to the care team
• Assist with operating room turnover to support efficiency and readiness for subsequent cases
• Adapt effectively to a wide range of surgical specialties and varying case complexities
• Ensure full compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety standards

Requirements

• Current North Carolina RN license or compact/multistate RN license required
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred (not required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred
• Prior Operating Room (OR) experience required

Additional Information

• 8- or 10-hour shifts available: 6:30/6:45 AM - 3:30 PM or 6:45 AM - 5:00 PM
• Flexible scheduling options based on candidate preference
• Call is required (approximately 14 shifts per 8-week schedule; currently elevated due to staffing needs)
• Call begins immediately following scheduled shifts
• Includes both weekday and weekend rotation as part of the call schedule

This position offers a competitive salary, as well as a $20K sign-on bonus. You’ll also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance for added financial protection; paid time off and family leave; and a 401(k) with company match to support your future.

EEO Notice

Homeland LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Homeland LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Homeland LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.