Registered Nurse – Surgical Care

Desort; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer"

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Desort is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join its surgical care team. The role provides direct operating room support, assisting surgeons, maintaining sterility, and ensuring high-quality patient care.

Candidates with pediatric surgical or perioperative experience are encouraged, as the position involves caring for pediatric patients in cardiac/perioperative settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 3 years of RN experience in a surgical or perioperative setting.
• Prior First Assist experience required; pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide intraoperative assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Conduct pre-operative assessments and family education.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and safety standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery.
• Support operating room workflows and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Intraoperative nursing

First Assist experience

Pediatric perioperative care

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

RN license

Job description

Registered Nurse – Surgical Care

About the Role

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join its surgical care team. This position provides direct support in the operating room, assisting surgeons during procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring safe, high‑quality patient care.

While the role is open to experienced surgical nurses, candidates with pediatric surgical or perioperative experience are strongly encouraged to apply, as the position involves supporting pediatric patients in a cardiac and perioperative setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide intraoperative assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Conduct pre‑operative patient assessments and family education.
• Maintain compliance with infection control and safety standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery.
• Support operating room workflows and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 3 years of RN experience in a surgical or perioperative setting.
• Prior First Assist experience required; pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer This dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.