Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room Circulator

Quorum Health Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Quorum Health Corporation is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room Circulator for a full-time, on-site role in Kentucky. The position supports intraoperative coordination, patient preparation, and sterile technique in the operating room.

You’ll work closely with scrub nurses to maintain sterility and safety, ensuring optimal patient outcomes throughout the perioperative period. Qualifications include ADN, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and active Kentucky nursing

Qualifications

• 1+ years of nursing experience or more, with operating room exposure preferred.
• Requires Kentucky RN license in good standing.
• Current BCLS and ACLS certifications upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Acts as intermediary between operating room staff and other hospital staff.
• Ensures the surgical room is sterile and safe for the patient.
• Works with scrub nurses to maintain sterile field.
• Prepares patient and operating room before surgery.
• Assess patient condition before, during, and after procedure with team.
• Collaborate with physician to develop and follow the care plan.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room Circulator

Job Category : Nursing

Requisition Number : REGIS036353

• Posted : September 18, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Kentucky River Medical Center
Jackson, KY 41339, USA

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room Circulator
Full-Time Position - Day Shift

Job Summary:

• Acts as an intermediary between the operating room staff and other hospital staff
• Ensures that the surgical room is sterile and safe for the patient
• Works side by side with scrub nurses to help maintain the sterile field in the operating room
• Prepares the patient for the procedure and handles the preparation for the operating room before the surgery takes place
• Must have a strong attention to detail and physical stamina to handle long, arduous work hours
• Assess the patient’s condition before a surgical procedure. Assesses the needs of the patient during the procedure, to ensure the best outcome
• Works with a physician to develop the care plan for the patient during the surgery
• Continues to evaluate the patient after the procedure

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience required
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Must have a license to practice professional nursing in the state of Kentucky
• Current BCLS and ACLS upon hire
• Interpersonal skills to successfully interact with patient, guest, physicians, and other employees
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options

Qualifications

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

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