RN - TOSH OR

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision plans

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Education opportunities

Job summary

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is seeking an Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) with current OR experience. You will provide direct patient care across the perioperative continuum, collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers, and uphold sterile technique and safety standards.

Minimum qualifications include an RN license, accredited nursing program graduate, and 1 year of RN experience. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing or Diploma RN required; BSN preferred.
• Valid RN license and BLSCertification preferred.
• Strong communication and computer literacy expected.

Responsibilities

• Deliver perioperative nursing care across preop, intraop, and postop phases.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative team.
• Maintain sterile technique and patient safety throughout procedures.

Skills

RN license

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Diploma RN

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Closing Date: 11/06/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Department:

ICE | MUSL | TOSH Operating Room

Summary of Job Duties:

As individuals dedicated to ensuring the safety and quick recovery of our patients, nurses are integral members of a team dedicated to providing the best care for patients through collaboration, communication and patient safety. As part of the TOSH teams, operating room nurses define their practice through attention to nursing excellence and outstanding patient care, driven by their expertise, compassion and dedication to evidence-based practice, and operate at a higher level of practice. If you are an RN who has current Operating Room experience, we invite you to consider a career with The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS Health. The operating room registered nurse (OR RN) provides direct patient care throughout the perioperative process, including the preoperative, intraoperative, and immediate postoperative phases. This role requires the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for surgical patients while maintaining a safe and sterile environment. OR RN collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and other perioperative team members to coordinate care before, during, and after surgical procedures. Key responsibilities include conducting patient assessments and verifications, confirming the surgical site, preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile technique, and continuously monitoring the patient’s condition throughout surgery. Acting as a patient advocate, the OR RN ensures that safety standards are upheld and responds promptly to any changes in patient status. The role also involves effective communication with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to provide education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative care instructions. Additional duties include documenting intraoperative care, managing surgical instruments and equipment, adhering to infection prevention protocols, facilitating smooth transitions to recovery staff, and participating in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives. The OR RN works collaboratively with patients, families, surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff to deliver comprehensive, individualized surgical care.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in nursing, Diploma RN. Preferred bachelor's degree in nursing
• Must be a graduate of an accredited RN nursing program
• Minimum of 1 year of Registered Nursing experience
• Valid Registered Nursing License
• BLS (Or obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Ability to follow oral instruction, read and write
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong work ethics and accountability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Orthopaedic experience
• 1-year Operating Room experience (preferred in Orthopaedics)
• Scrubbing experience
• Current BLS
• EPIC

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers nursing care for patients within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and adheres to institutional policies, procedures and standards.
• The RN is responsible to adhere to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA, and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team members.
• Conduct preoperative assessments and verify patient identity, procedure, consent, and surgical site.
• Develop and implement individualized perioperative plans of care.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to ensure safe, efficient procedures.
• Monitor patient status throughout the intraoperative phase and respond to clinical changes.
• Maintain a sterile surgical environment, including surgical counts, specimen handling, and proper patient positioning.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products according to established protocols.
• Serve as the patient advocate and ensure adherence to patient safety standards.
• Provide patient and family education related to surgical care and recovery.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and support a collaborative, perioperative team environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching

Occasional Physical Activity:

Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Sitting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes