Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgery (OR)

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, a 420‑bed Level 1 Trauma Center in Johnstown, PA, invites a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Operating Room. The role offers 8‑ or 10‑hour shifts, rotating weekends, holidays and on‑call coverage with a 1:1 patient ratio and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.

The ideal candidate holds an RN license, a nursing degree, and BLS/CPR certifications. CNOR is preferred; OR experience is valued. The hospital emphasizes care excellence and staff well‑being.

Qualifications

• Requires current state RN license.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire; CPR certification.
• One year minimum nursing or equivalent OR experience.
• CNOR preferred; OR circulating nurse/ASC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop care plan during surgical intervention.
• Apply aseptic technique and peri-operative nursing principles.
• Document all operative records accurately in the EHR (op-time) system.
• Demonstrate knowledge of equipment, instruments and supplies in the OR.
• Assume accountability for patient clinical care.
• Initiate time-out and support patient safety initiatives.
• Teach students and orient new personnel; provide continuing education for OR staff.
• Attend meetings, in-services and required education annually.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the surgical team.
• Participate in committees and special assignments as needed.
• Engage in professional organizations (AORN) and pursue OR certification.

Skills

RN license

CNOR (preferred)

BLS certification

CPR certification

OR nursing experience

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room Job Type: Full-time | Variable 10 or 8-hour Shifts, rotating weekends, holiday and On-call. Up to $20,000 bonus for eligible candidates.

Schedule: A total of 10 days per 2 week pay period. Orientation is 4-6 months and is all daylight shift. 24hr trauma call shift, on call and weekends/holidays. Schedule is made to be fair with number of weekends and holidays staff take across all employee.

Your experience matters. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN), joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team: Patient‑centered environment with a 1:1 nurse‑to‑patient ratio. Strong interdisciplinary collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, and perioperative teams. Flexible scheduling with 8‑or 10‑hour shift options and variable shifts. Excellent work‑life balance in a fast‑paced setting where no two days are the same. Huge perk is getting to know the surgeons here and being able to request them to care for family members etc.

How you’ll contribute

• Assesses the needs of the patients and develops plan of care for the patient during their surgical intervention in order to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Understands and applies the principles of aseptic technique and peri-operative nursing.
• Provides complete and accurate documentation for all operative records within the electronic health record (op-time) system.
• Possesses knowledge and demonstrates the proper use, care and handling of all equipment, instruments and supplies within the operating room environment.
• Accepts accountability for clinical care of patient.
• Initiates and coordinates time out and supports all patient safety initiatives.
• Participates in teaching students, orientation of new personnel and providing continuing education for OR staff.
• Attends, participates and completes all required meetings, in‑services and educational programs annually.
• Assess, recognizes, records and reports to appropriate surgical team members all signs/symptoms or changes in patient's condition.
• Participates on committees and special assignments as needed.
• Participate in professional organizations such as AORN. Encouraged to seek certification as an operating room nurse.
• Maintains confidentiality with regards to patient/employee information.
• Supports and follows all AORN/AAMI/OSHA Standards and Recommended Practices.
• Maintains knowledge of disaster planning and can fulfill a role in specific disaster plans.
• Participates in reviewing revising the philosophies, objectives, procedure cards, policy/procedure, and job descriptions on a continual basis.
• Participates in quality control programs/ Follows Universal Precautions.
• Commits to service excellence. Continually strives toward achievement of the CARING values and creating the Ideal Patient Experience.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess an associates or bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school.

Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• CPR Certification.
• One year minimum of nursing experience and/or equivalent surgical experience.
• CNOR preferred.
• Operating Room circulating nurse/ASC experience preferred.

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed, Level 1 Trauma Center, located in Johnstown, PA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.