Registered Nurse Operating Room-Per Diem

Cayuga Medical Center

32d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides direct perioperative nursing care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures. Working collaboratively with the surgical team, the RN ensures patient safety, maintains a sterile environment, and delivers high-quality, compassionate care while adhering to professional nursing standards. The role is onsite at Arnot Health, with no travel expected, and is per diem with day/evening shifts.

Requirements

Registered professional nurse with a current New York State license or eligibility to obtain one.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, or to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Previous operating room experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
At least one year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate perioperative nursing care to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes.
Provide direct intraoperative patient care while maintaining aseptic technique and adherence to surgical safety standards.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care throughout the surgical experience.
Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Promote quality, safety, and continuous improvement through compliance with policies, emergency preparedness, patient advocacy, and professional development activities.