Operating Room (OR) Nurse Jobs

RN OR Full-time
Baptist Health Jacksonville

Registered Nurse, Main Operating Room, Full-Time, Various Shifts, All Campuses

Baptist Health Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL
Job Posting Summary Now Hiring: Systemwide Operating Room Registered Nurses – Adult & Pediatric Surgical Services Full-Time, Day Shift | Competitive Call & Differential Pay Included Baptist Health is currently seeking Registered Nurses to join our systemwide Operating Room teams , with full-time Day Shift opportunities available across multiple campuses , including adult and pediatric surgical services . Whether you’re passionate about complex adult surgeries or interested in advancing pediatric care, Baptist Health offers the chance to make a meaningful impact across a variety of specialties and patient populations. Our surgical services span locations such as Baptist Jacksonville, Baptist South, Baptist Clay, Baptist Beaches , and Wolfson Children’s Hospital , with high-acuity cases, advanced technology, and supportive, team-based environments. 🏥 About the Role: As a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room , you will serve as a Circulating Nurse , working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical techs to ensure safe and efficient intra-operative care. Your responsibilities may include: Verifying patient identity and procedural details Coordinating surgical room setup and instrumentation Monitoring patient status and advocating for their well-being Maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring procedural safety standards Communicating with families and coordinating with PACU and pre-op teams You may work with a single complex case or rotate through multiple shorter procedures , depending on the day’s surgical schedule. 💡 Opportunities Include: Adult and Pediatric Surgical Services Elective and urgent procedures Subspecialties such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, ENT, plastics, oncology, general surgery, GYN, and more Access to advanced surgical technology, including Da Vinci robotic systems This position requires participation in an on-call rotation with a 40-minute response time , qualifying for competitive call and differential pay . 👩‍⚕️ What We’re Looking For: Current RN License in the State of Florida 1–2 years of OR experience preferred (open to experienced acute care RNs seeking to transition into surgical services) Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-focused environment Passion for delivering compassionate, high-quality surgical care 🌟 Why Baptist Health? All Baptist Health hospitals are Magnet™ designated , reflecting our commitment to nursing excellence. As a locally governed, not-for-profit health system, Baptist Health puts patients, families, and team members at the center of everything we do. Our system includes five adult hospitals and one nationally recognized children’s hospital , offering flexibility and opportunity for growth across campuses and specialties. ✅ Benefits Include: Comprehensive health coverage Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support Retirement plans and financial wellness tools Paid time off, wellness resources, and employee assistance programs Eligibility may vary by position and employment status Full/Part Time Full-Time Shift Details Various shifts Education Required Associate's Degree - Nursing Education Preferred Bachelor's Degree - Nursing Experience 2 years Surgical Experience Required Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Required Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) Preferred Licensed Registered Nurse Required Location Overview Baptist Health, founded in 1955, is North Florida’s most comprehensive health care system and the area’s only non-profit, mission-driven, locally governed health care provider. Baptist Health has over 200 points of care throughout the Northeast Florida region, including our six award-winning hospitals: Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Beaches, Baptist Medical Center Clay, Baptist Medical Center Nassau and Baptist Medical Center South. The most preferred health care system in the region, Baptist Health also includes 57 primary care offices, as well as home health, behavioral health, pastoral care, rehabilitation services, occupational health and urgent care.
RN OR Other
Northern Arizona Healthcare

RN, Operating Room - Flagstaff, AZ

Northern Arizona Healthcare Flagstaff, AZ
Overview Ensuring the achievement of Northern Arizona Healthcare’s mission, the Registered Nurse is accountable for the coordination of care for patients and their families including direct care, patient and family education and discharge planning. When providing care, Registered Nurses follow the process of assessing, nursing diagnosing, outcome identification, planning, implementing and evaluation as the basis for the delivery of care. The Registered Nurse provides leadership for ancillary personnel by being a team leader, serving as a preceptor, and being an active member of the healthcare team.The nurse practices within the ANA Scope of Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the standards of his/ or her specialty. Responsibilities Patient Care * Assesses the needs and conditions of assigned patients by gathering relevant patient health information.* Identifies outcomes, develops a plan of care individualized to the patient and/or situation, and implements the identified plan appropriate for the attainment of the expected outcomes.* Assesses patient's progress toward the attainment of outcomes and effectively revises/updates diagnoses, outcomes and plans of care as appropriate.* Contributes to patient experience by providing safe, high quality & patient centered care (as described above) and by respecting patients privacy, and treating all patients,family members and guests, as well as other associates, with dignity, respect, and compassion.* Evaluates patient conditions frequently and adapts plan of care appropriately.* Performs aseptic techniques by maintaining a sterile field while using principles of disinfection, sterilization, and infection control.* Maintains infection prevention standards.* Collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals.* Assists as necessary with procedures and transportation throughout the hospital per hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Education * Participates in creating and sustaining a learning environment supported by evidenced based practice and research.* Focuses on personal development areas, engaging in professional/collegial interactions with peers and students.* Work collaboratively with peers and other health care providers, and participating in ongoing in-service and educational seminars.* Participates in the mentoring and education of colleagues and students. Compliance/Safety * Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Practices in a safe, high quality and cost effective manner.* Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees area of responsibility.* If required for position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.* Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame.* Maintains timely and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, EMR entries, and patient responses.* Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner. Qualifications Education RNs hired on or after 7/1/2016: Must graduate from a BSN program within 6 years of hire into an RN position.Existing Staff RNs: RNs hired before 7/1/2016 are not mandated to have a BSN, but are encouraged to pursue a BSN degree. Certification & Licensures Active, unrestricted, Arizona RN License or valid, participating compact license- RequiredBLS - RequiredACLS - RequiredCNOR- PreferredPALS - Preferred Experience Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.
Surgical Tech OR Full-time
Houston Methodist

Sr Surgical Tech (CST)-Cardiovascular -Operating Room Services-WA Periop-Full Time- Days

Houston Methodist Houston, TX
Overview At Houston Methodist, the Sr Surgical Technologist Weekend Alternative (WA) Periop position requires proficient knowledge and skills necessary to carry out delegated tasks associated with the safe and efficient operating room support functions and related procedures. This position works independently, exercising sound judgement, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse or surgeon. In addition to performing the duties and responsibilities of a Surgical Technologist, the Sr Surgical Technologist Weekend position will provide mentoring and guidance for Surgical Tech positions, utilizing skills and knowledge, helping to train and orient others. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions and practices relationship-centered care in concert with Houston Methodist values. Other duties for the Sr Surgical Technologist Weekend position will include general patient care and department upkeep as delegated by licensed personnel. This job code is reserved for Surgical Tech IIs who are dedicated to OR (in support of Periop).To be eligible for the Periop Weekend Alternative differential, 24 hours must be worked between Friday at 6:45 p.m. through Monday at 7:15 a.m. Houston Methodist Standard PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity. HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values: INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do. COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs. ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions. RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value. EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate. Practices the Caring and Serving Model Delivers personalized service using HM Service Standards Provides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words) Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given job Actively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values Responsibilities PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional health care team to achieve optimal department results. Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication which includes active listening and teaching to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example. Teaches others to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up, providing structured feedback with examples. Serves as the department preceptor for new surgical technologists, utilizing skills and knowledge to train and orient others. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares the operating room, equipment and supplies for the next patient. Anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment and supplies for usage during the procedure before surgeon scrubs. Maintains and accurately communicates updates for surgeon preference cards within the applicable service line. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and nursing staff by passing instruments and supplies for surgical procedures, performing competently the role of the surgical technologist in the provision of surgical assistance during a variety of surgical procedures including but not limited to: orthopedics, gynecology, general, ENT, ophthalmology, urology, CV, spine, neurology, oral/maxillofacial, and minimally invasive procedures. Assists the circulating RN with sponge, instrument, needle, and other surgical counts. Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during pre and post procedures. Prepares sterile dressings and/or immobilization devices. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization, following surgical procedure. Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of the room. Assists with implementation and teaching of department-based safety initiatives and standards of practice. Problem-solves and manages multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision. Participates in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure quality patient care. Initiates corrective actions and improvement activities towards improving department and hospital quality and safety targets, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional healthcare team. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains efficient use of surgical supplies and minimizes opening of supplies until confirmation that will be used during surgery. Makes recommendations for cost containment during cases. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement for department projects and shared governance activities. May co-chair a unit-based Shared Governance Council. Acts as resource in surgical technology for the department on other hospital committees. Participates in one department or hospital committee or subcommittee and facilitates the accomplishment of the goals of the committee or subcommittee. Proactively seeks opportunities to enhance knowledge and learning towards expertise in competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the My Development plan on an on-going basis. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Qualifications EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training equivalency WORK EXPERIENCE Two years as a Surgical Technologist License/Certification LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND CSA - Certified Surgical Assistant (NCCSA) -- Certification by the Surgical Technologist Association OR TS-C - Technologist in Surgery-Certified (NCCT) -- National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) OR CST - Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA) OR GRNDF - Surgical Technologist Met Grandfather Clause (Bill 643) -- Grandfather clause (Bill 643): The bill includes an extensive grandfather clause exempting all individuals employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before Sept. 1, 2009. The clarification notes that legislation does not state employed "on" Sept. 1, 2009, but rather "before that date. A surgical technologist who was employed before Sept. 1, 2009, may remain employed as a surgical technologist without meeting the certification requirement. SB1239, Sec 259.002: 30 CEUs shall be completed every two years KSA/ Supplemental Data KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations. Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles. Demonstrates understanding of medical terminology Demonstrates independence and exercises sound judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families Demonstrates proficient knowledge and appropriate use of hospital database such as EPIC. Ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system Strong knowledge in use of procedure software Demonstrates proficient knowledge of instruments sets, the use of the individual surgical instruments, surgical supplies and the use of the supplies Demonstrates competency in decontamination and use of autoclave equipment Demonstrate expertise and serves as a clinical resource in a minimum of one or more surgical specialty service lines SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform No Scrubs Yes Business professional No Other (department approved) No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call* Yes TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No Company Profile Since its founding in 1919, Houston Methodist Hospital has earned worldwide recognition. Houston Methodist Hospital is affiliated with the Weill Medical College of Cornell University and New York-Presbyterian Hospital, one of the nation's leading centers for medical education and research. In 2020, U.S. News & World Report named Houston Methodist Hospital to its top ranked Honor Roll for the fourth time and second consecutive year. 2020 also marked the ninth year in a row Houston Methodist Hospital has been named the No. 1 hospital in Texas. Houston Methodist Hospital directs millions of research dollars into patient care and offers the latest innovations in medical, surgical and diagnostic techniques. With 952 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and over 8,000 employees, Houston Methodist offers complete care for patients from around the world. The same high-quality care for which Houston Methodist is known is available at several Emergency Care Centers in Houston and the surrounding areas. These Emergency Care Centers house exam rooms, full digital radiography suite, low radiation dose 16-slice CT scan, ultrasound and a full on-site stat chemistry lab.