Surgical Circulator RN

Jefferson Healthcare; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Sign-on and relocation available

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Low insurance premiums

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Port Townsend is seeking a full-time Surgical Circulator to join their Surgical Services team. Responsibilities include serving as a patient advocate in the operating room and assisting through all phases of patient care, from admission to recovery. The ideal candidate must have a current Washington State RN license, BLS certification, and experience in circulating. Competitive compensation, sign-on bonuses, and excellent benefits are offered. Join a supportive work environment dedicated to the highest quality surgical care.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed RN in Washington State.
• Basic Life Support certification needed.
• 20 minutes on-call response time required.
• ACLS certification must be obtained within 90 days.
• CNOR preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Circulating experience preferred.
• PACU/Med Surg/ICU/ED experience preferred.
• Endoscopy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a patient advocate in the operating room.
• Assist with all phases of patient care from admission to recovery.
• Help discharge patients and escort to the inpatient floor.

Skills

Current Washington State RN license

AHA BLS/CPR certification

ACLS certification

Circulating experience

Endoscopy experience

PACU/Med Surg/ICU/ED experience

Endoscopy experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

CNOR preferred

ACLS certification

AHA BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Registered Nurse – OR RN (Surgical Circulator)

We are seeking a full‑time Surgical Circulator to join our dynamic team in the Surgical Services department. As a Surgical Circulator you will serve as a patient advocate and work inside the operating room to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. You will be involved in all phases of patient care, from admission to recovery, and will also help discharge patients or escort them to the inpatient floor.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive wage based on experience
• Sign‑on and relocation available
• Medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and more!
• Outstanding benefits, including 5% employer contribution to your retirement account and low insurance premiums for individuals and families. Benefits package is ranked in the top 1% in the state!
• Jefferson Healthcare qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Monetary incentive for BSN and/or certifications
• Supportive and inclusive work environment

What you’ll need:

• Current Washington State RN license required
• Current AHA BLS/CPR (Healthcare Provider) certification
• 20 minutes on‑call response time availability required
• ACLS required or to be obtained within 90 days of employment
• CNOR preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Circulating experience preferred
• PACU/Med Surg/ICU/ED experience preferred
• Endoscopy experience preferred

Schedule

1.0 FTE; 40 hours/week; Day shift; 8‑hour shifts

To apply

Please visit our careers website at https://jeffersonhealthcare.org/healthcare-careers/

About Jefferson Healthcare Surgical Services

Surgical Services at Jefferson Healthcare is a place like no other. Our team operates in a tight‑knit work environment where we prioritize not only the well‑being of our patients but also each other. The OR hallway offers stunning views of the Cascade Mountain Range and Mount Rainier beyond Puget Sound, making it a serene and calming place to recover. We’re open every weekday, and our team provides 24/7 call coverage after hours.

Our Surgical Services include a Pre‑Op Clinic, a Surgical short‑stay unit, 3 OR Suites, 1 Endoscopy Room, PACU, and Sterile Processing. All the instrumentation used in Jefferson Healthcare, including the OR, the hospital, and all the clinics, is sterilized in our facility. We offer a wide range of services, including General, Ortho, Urology, OBGYN, Endoscopy, and minor Cardiology procedures. On average, we perform over 100 surgeries and 60 endoscopies each month, as well as more than a hundred total hip and knee replacements every year.

At Jefferson Healthcare, we strive to provide the highest quality surgical services available, and our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to ensuring comfort and safety every step of the way.

Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Disclaimer: As part of Jefferson Healthcare’s commitment to a safe and high-quality workplace, all candidates are required to complete pre‑employment screenings, including a criminal background check, and for certain positions, a drug test. Screenings are conducted in accordance with RCW 43.43.815, RCW 43.43.830‑.842, and RCW 49.44.240, as well as Jefferson Healthcare’s Drug and Alcohol Policy. Roles designated as safety‑sensitive may be tested under a standard or modified (non‑THC) drug panel, consistent with Washington State law.