RN - Operating Room

Kettering Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking an RN to provide patient‑centered care across settings, collaborating with care teams. The role emphasizes safety, professional development, and adherence to governing standards.

Required Ohio RN licensure, accredited nursing program graduation, BLS, and potential CLS/NRP/PALS per unit. On‑call responsibilities apply; experienced OR circulators are preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (NLN, ACEN, or CCNE).
• BSN preferred (completed within 5 years of hire).
• Refresher course may be required for nurses returning after 5+ years.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS/NRP/PALS as determined by unit scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Apply the nursing process to provide patient care in collaboration with a care team.
• Maintain accountability for professional development and practice per law.
• Advocate for patient safety and participate in performance improvement activities.
• Deliver nursing care aligned with Kettering Health Network’s mission and values.

Skills

Adaptability

Stress management

Safety awareness

Patient care

Customer service

Multitasking

CPR certification

Education

BSN preferred

Accredited nursing program

New graduate option

Job description

• The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers.
• The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law.
• Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities.
• The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers.
• The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law.
• Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities.
• The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN, ACEN, or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse.
• Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire).
• A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course.
• BLS certification
• ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice

Applicants Must Have

• Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN, ACEN, or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse.
• Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire).
• A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course.
• BLS certification
• ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer a minimum of two years recent experience as an OR Circulator.

On Call is required with a 30-minute response time

If no previous OR experience we are willing to train.

Required Skills

• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing and varied work environment related to changing patient needs
• Ability to perform effectively in stressful and emergency situations
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and initiate appropriate action
• A positive, therapeutic approach toward health care, team members, and diverse patient populations
• Customer service skills
• Able to multitask, prioritize and function in a high stress environment
• Certification in CPR

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.