RN Circulator

Surgery Partners, Inc; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Surgery Partners, Inc. is seeking a Circulating Nurse to support surgical teams by maintaining sterile conditions, preparing the OR, and ensuring patient safety before, during, and after procedures.

The role requires RN licensure, ACLS, BLS, and strong clinical judgment, with experience in OR nursing and proficiency with EHR systems. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• ACLS certification required and RN licensure held.
• Experience in operating room or surgical nursing preferred.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
• BSN preferred and current BLS certification.
• Strong understanding of sterile techniques and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Monitor the surgical team to maintain a sterile environment.
• Assist in positioning the patient safely before the surgery.
• Verify patient information and surgical site before the procedure begins.
• Document all aspects of the surgical procedure in the patient’s chart.
• Coordinate with anesthesia providers to ensure patient safety.
• Manage the flow of the operating room and anticipate the surgical team’s needs.
• Handle specimens taken during surgery and ensure proper labeling and documentation.

Skills

ACLS certification

Operating room experience

Ability under pressure

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

EHR familiarity

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Continuing education

RN licensure

BSN preferred

BLS certification

Sterile techniques

Education

RN licensure

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Overview

Circulating nurses are essential members of any healthcare team. They are responsible for maintaining a safe and sterile environment throughout the surgical procedure and providing care to patients before, during, and after surgery. The role of circulating nurse is multi-faceted and requires critical thinking, excellent communication, and clinical judgement. The requirements of a circulating nurse are high, and those interested in the position must possess a professional certification and possess advanced clinical knowledge. This page provides a detailed job description for circulating nurses, outlining the duties, qualifications, and skills necessary for the position.

Job Overview

Circulating nurses are essential members of any healthcare team. They are responsible for maintaining a safe and sterile environment throughout the surgical procedure and providing care to patients before, during, and after surgery. The role of circulating nurse is multi-faceted and requires critical thinking, excellent communication, and clinical judgement. The requirements of a circulating nurse are high, and those interested in the position must possess a professional certification and possess advanced clinical knowledge. This page provides a detailed job description for circulating nurses, outlining the duties, qualifications, and skills necessary for the position.

Circulating Nurse Responsibilities & Duties

• Prepare the operating room with necessary equipment and supplies
• Monitor the surgical team to maintain a sterile environment
• Assist in positioning the patient safely before the surgery
• Verify patient information and surgical site before the procedure begins
• Document all aspects of the surgical procedure in the patient’s chart
• Coordinate with anesthesia providers to ensure patient safety
• Manage the flow of the operating room and anticipate the surgical team’s needs
• Handle specimens taken during surgery and ensure proper labeling and documentation

Circulating Nurse Qualifications & Skills

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Experience in operating room or surgical nursing preferred
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong understanding of sterile techniques and surgical procedures
• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical nursing experiencey>les>Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
y>les>Familiarity with regional and general anesthesia techniquesy>les>Adherence to hospital policies and procedures

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.