OR Circulator Registered Nurse

Reno Orthopedic Center•Reno, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC) is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated OR Circulator Registered Nurse to join their team. This role involves providing patient care by keeping them informed of procedures, medications, and what to expect during surgery at their main ROC location. ROC is a physician-owned facility with a fully integrated musculoskeletal health campus, offering on-site surgery, advanced imaging, therapy, urgent care, and specialty services. They have been a trusted name in musculoskeletal health in Northern Nevada for over 60 years and are continuously growing and investing in new facilities and technology. The OR Circulator Registered Nurse will be a vital member of the healthcare team, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care throughout the surgical journey. This role requires collaboration with healthcare professionals to assess patients’ health, clearly communicate procedures and medications, and ensure patients feel informed and comfortable. Vigilance in identifying and minimizing risks, along with readiness to act swiftly in emergencies, will be crucial. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference for those passionate about patient safety, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.

Requirements

Active Nevada Nursing License (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS certification)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS certification)
One year of nursing experience OR one year of operating room experience (orderly, surgical technologist, etc.)

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as an operating room circulator RN
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS certification) - to be obtained within 6 months of employment

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to provide optimal patient care throughout the patients’ visit
Ensure proper patient positioning for patent airway, circulation and prevention of nerve damage
Collaborate with surgical team to ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure
Assess the status of patients’ health
Monitor the patient undergoing local anesthesia according to the policy and procedure
Document patient care, treatment process, and patient response into the electronic medical record appropriately
Identify potential risk to patient and take action to minimize risk
Ensure that the proper supplies, instruments and equipment are available for procedures and that equipment is functioning properly
Organize supplies and equipment for surgical procedures according to physician preference cards
Monitor use of all supplies used during a procedure
Label and send specimens to pathology or laboratory according to protocol, ensuring that Universal Precautions are maintained
Assist with inventory control by proper count of supplies/time used
Understand and execute (if needed) protocol for emergency situations by knowing correct emergency procedures, location of emergency call system and location of emergency supplies and equipment
Perform narcotic counts and lock emergency carts at the end of each surgical day
Assist in transferring patients from bed to stretcher and vice versa as needed