Rn Circulator Orthopedics

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (R.N.) Circulator in the Operating Room (OR) specializing in Orthopedics is responsible for managing and coordinating patient care during preoperative orthopedic procedures. This role involves circulating in the OR to ensure a safe and efficient surgical environment, supporting the surgical team, and providing patient assessments and care throughout the perioperative process. The position requires strong communication, collaboration, and clinical skills to deliver high-quality nursing care in an orthopedic surgical setting.

• Circulate in the operating room during orthopedic surgical cases, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Prepare the OR environment and equipment prior to surgery.
• Assist with patient positioning and preoperative assessments.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other team members to coordinate care.
• Monitor patient status throughout the procedure and respond to any changes promptly.
• Maintain sterile field and adhere to infection control protocols.
• Document nursing care and surgical events accurately and timely.
• Assist with post-operative patient care and transfer.

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably including OR or surgical nursing.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills.
• Knowledge of orthopedic surgical procedures and perioperative nursing standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.

• Previous experience as an OR circulator, specifically in orthopedic cases.
• Certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR) or related specialty.
• Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification.

• Work is performed in a fast-paced surgical environment requiring adherence to sterile technique and safety protocols.
• Day shift position focused on orthopedic surgical cases.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary surgical teams.

• Day shift schedule assigned for orthopedic operating room cases.
• Shift times determined by surgical case schedules and facility needs.