Surgical OR Circulator Nurse - Impactful Perioperative Care

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health is seeking a surgical nurse to join the operating room team. You will help prepare patients for surgery, monitor vital signs, and support post-operative care in a fast-paced environment.

Strong teamwork and clear communication with surgeons and anesthesiologists are essential for delivering safe, high-quality care. Ideal candidates hold a Louisiana RN license and BLS certification, with operating room experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Preferred : Operating room experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare your patient for surgery, review patient history, and provide patient care and support including supplies needed, medicine administration, patient positioning, vital signs monitoring, and health assessments.
• Perform required clinical documentation and post-operative assessments.
• Monitor your patient after surgery for pain and/or complications and the surgery site for healing or infection following Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
• Performs CPR or other emergency measures if required.
• Collaborate to identify and meet the overall needs of patient care or when unable to complete assignments or perform tasks promptly, effectively, or safely.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Initiate patient and family education on the operation and post-operation care as required.

Education

Louisiana RN license

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

LCMC Health is seeking a surgical nurse to join the operating room team. You will help prepare patients for surgery, monitor vital signs, and support post-operative care in a fast-paced environment.

Strong teamwork and clear communication with surgeons and anesthesiologists are essential for delivering safe, high-quality care. Ideal candidates hold a Louisiana RN license and BLS certification, with operating room experience preferred.