Surgical Nurse/Circulator- $20,000 Sign on bonus

UNC Health; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Surgical Nurse in Kinston, NC. This role involves leading the operating room team and caring for patients during surgery. Candidates should have an accredited nursing degree and a current RN license in NC. Important skills include effective communication, manual dexterity, and the ability to work under pressure. The position is full-time with a day job schedule, exposing nurses to potential hazards typical in the surgical environment. Supportive teamwork and ongoing learning are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of NC.
• ACLS and CPR certification required.
• Previous experience as an OR nurse preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care services.
• Conduct interpersonal relationships positively within the department.
• Ensure intraoperative safety and standards are met.

Skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Good manual dexterity

Ability to work as a team member

Willingness to learn and cooperate

Calm and self-confidence in acute situations

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary

• The Surgical Nurse is a registered nurse who provides services as a member of the OR team, contributing to the overall care of the patient intraoperatively. Working as a team leader of the operating room in conjunction with surgical techs, anesthesia, and surgeons, ensuring pre‑operative verification and safety of patients is key. Oversight of intraoperative safety, ensuring all standards are met and followed, is vital in this role. The role includes technical and mechanical functions as well as the ability to function in unusual situations by utilizing expert knowledge and professional judgement in assessing the problem and then implementing significant nursing action.

Responsibilities

• Patients and families are served in providing direct patient care services. Perform duties and conduct interpersonal relationships with co‑workers, physicians and other departments in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department and hospital.

Other Information

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Experience

• Previous experience as an OR nurse preferred, but not required.

Licensure / Registration / Certification

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of NC. ACLS and CPR certification required. CNOR desirable.

Other Skills and Qualifications

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, good manual dexterity, ability to work as a team member, ability to accept criticism, willingness to learn and cooperate, displays calm and self‑confidence in acute stressful situations. Must be able to work on a computer.

Work Environment

• Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment, exposure to other infectious diseases, exposure to radiation, chemicals, airborne pathogens, chemicals and electrical hazards. May experience stressful work periods. Taking call required exposure to hazardous anesthetic agents. Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to engage in the following physical activities on a daily basis: 1. Lengthy periods of standing. 2. Moving stretchers, carts and equipment. 3. Assisting with the positioning of patients. 4. Carrying and lifting instrument sets (trays) and various items of equipment. 5. Maintain emotional stability.

Age Specific Served

• Newborn x Infant x Child x Adolescent x Adult x Geriatric x

Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Operating Room

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.