RN - OR Circulator (070626.5) FULL TIME
About The Position
Bitterroot Health is hiring a Circulating Nurse – Operating Room RN in its Surgical Services Department in Hamilton, Montana. The OR RN provides direct patient care to pediatric through geriatric patients and addresses psychosocial, physical, and general care needs related to the surgical environment. The nurse communicates continuously and as needed with the surgeon and CRNA regarding the patient’s condition. The position also involves assisting with maintenance of surgical equipment and inventory, participating in performance improvement activities, and helping schedule surgical cases and staff. The OR RN assists the Department Head of Surgical Services with developing, revising, and implementing departmental policies and procedures; participating in the budget process; orienting new employees; improving staffing efficiency; problem solving; and maintaining a steady level of productivity.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
- Provide documentation of Montana state licensure.
- Current BCLS certification.
- Current ACLS certification.
- Current NILS certification.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements, including AORN Standards and OSHA.
- Minimum of 1 year of RN experience in a surgical setting.
Nice To Haves
- PALS certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to pediatric through geriatric patient populations in the surgical environment.
- Address patients’ psychosocial, physical, and general care needs related to surgery.
- Communicate with the surgeon and CRNA continuously and as needed regarding patient condition.
- Assist with maintenance of surgical equipment and inventory.
- Participate in performance improvement activities.
- Assist with scheduling surgical cases and staff.
- Assist the Department Head of Surgical Services with developing, revising, and implementing departmental policies and procedures.
- Participate in the budget process.
- Assist with orientation of new employees.
- Assist with staffing to increase efficiency.
- Assist with problem solving and job expectations.
- Maintain a steady level of productivity.
Benefits
- Eligible for the full-time benefit package.
- Scholarships and tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Connections & Wellness Team resources and activities supporting occupational, physical, emotional, social, and inclusionary well-being.
- Regular employee gatherings to foster community and connection.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
