Perioperative RN

Perioperative RN Opportunity in Houston, TXWe are seeking a Perioperative RN to provide perioperative nursing care across complex surgical cases for our client. This position is a full-time, direct hire opportunity based onsite in Houston, TX. The role performs pre-operative assessments and patient education, serves as circulating and scrub nurse across orthopedic, laparoscopic, robotic, trauma, and vascular procedures, and maintains surgical asepsis and safety protocols in collaboration with anesthesia.This role is well aligned for a seasoned perioperative nurse who thrives in a fast moving, high acuity academic environment and wants exposure to complex surgical cases. The ideal candidate is CNOR certified or actively pursuing certification, is comfortable in a call rotation, and works closely with surgical and anesthesia teams across multiple service lines.Responsibilities:Conduct pre-operative assessments reviewing surgical history, medications, allergies, labs, and imaging to identify safety factorsProvide patient and family education on procedures, recovery timelines, NPO protocols, and post-discharge carePerform surgical site preparation including skin antisepsis, positioning, catheter insertion, compression devices, and warming protocolsServe as circulating nurse, managing the sterile field, coordinating surgical-anesthesia-scrub team communication, and maintaining sterile environmentExecute surgical safety time-outs per Joint Commission Universal Protocol and facility checklists before every incisionPerform scrub duties for orthopedic, laparoscopic, robotic, trauma, and vascular procedures, anticipating surgeon needs with precisionEnforce surgical asepsis standards per AORN guidelines, monitoring OR personnel for proper attire, hygiene, and complianceManage specimen collection, labeling, chain-of-custody documentation, and pathology transport per facility protocolsMonitor and manage patient hemodynamics, temperature, fluid balance, and positioning safety in collaboration with anesthesiaQualifications:Active, unencumbered Texas RN license required; compact license accepted with endorsement prior to startMinimum of 2 years of perioperative nursing experience in a hospital OR or ASC; trauma center experience preferredCurrent AHA ACLS and BLS certifications required throughout employmentCNOR certification through CCI preferred; candidates preparing for the exam are supportedProficiency in circulating and scrub roles across two surgical specialties; robotics, orthopedic, or trauma experience preferredStrong knowledge of surgical anatomy, sterile technique, AORN perioperative standards, and Universal Protocol requirementsSchedule:Full-time positionOnsite in Houston, TXRotating shifts, including evenings and weekendsCall rotation requiredSalary Range: The salary range for this position is approximately $70,000 $92,000 annually ($33.65 $44.23 per hour), based on experience and qualifications.Interview Process: Selected candidates will participate in a multi-step interview process, including an initial screening followed by interviews with department leadership.Equal Opportunity Employer: TalentLNX is committed to equal employment opportunity and a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.