Registered Nurse (RN), OR Circulator

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN), OR Circulator, to support preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative activities in the Dell Medical School perioperative area.

Requires ADN and TX RN license with at least 2 years in a clinical setting; BSN and CNOR preferred. This non-exempt, full-time role offers diverse surgical exposure and patient advocacy throughout the perioperative period.

Qualifications

• ADN required for consideration.
• Minimum of 2 years in a clinical perioperative setting preferred.
• Current Texas RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Preoperative preparation of the OR with equipment and supplies.
• Assist intraoperatively to maintain a sterile field and aid the surgeon.
• Document all aspects of the procedure in the patient chart.
• Provide patient advocacy and post-anesthesia handoff education.

Skills

Caring patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Posting Title: Registered Nurse (RN), OR Circulator

Hiring Department: Dell Medical School

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: AUSTIN, TX

Job Details:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preoperative Preparation
  • Prepares the operating room with necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Verifies patient information and surgical site before the procedure begins.
  • Ensures all surgical instruments are sterilized and functioning.
• Intraoperative Assistance
  • Monitors the surgical team to maintain a sterile environment.
  • Assists in positioning the patient safely before the surgery.
  • Documents all aspects of the surgical procedure in the patient’s chart.
• Patient Advocacy
  • Acts as an advocate for the patient before, during, and after surgery.
  • Monitors and records the patient's vitals pre-operation.
  • Provides emotional support to patients and their families.
• Postoperative Care
  • Assess the patient’s condition and readiness for discharge from the post-anesthesia care unit.
  • Escorts patients to the recovery room post-operation.
  • Provides discharge instructions and patient education.
• Compliance and Safety
  • Ensures compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
  • Implements and enforces safety protocols for surgical procedures.
  • Stays updated on industry regulations and best practices.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in a clinical setting, preferably in surgical or perioperative nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• At least 3 year(s) of experience in surgical or perioperative nursing.
• Certification in Perioperative Nursing (CNOR).

SALARY RANGE

$39.50/hr+ depending on qualifications

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

Required Materials

Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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