Registered Nurse - OR Circulator

HCA Healthcare • Fort Worth, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse - OR Circulator delivers safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in the operating room. The role includes evaluating patients before surgery, preparing them for procedures, supporting patients and families with education, and participating in surgical safety protocols. The nurse collaborates with surgeons, providers, surgical technologists, and other staff, responds to emergencies, monitors and documents patient conditions, and applies critical thinking and evidence-based practices to improve care and workflow. The position includes on-call duties during select non-business hours. Scheduling is posted four weeks in advance, and the organization describes a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, and ongoing investment in surgical equipment.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required.
• One year of experience required.
• RN license eligible to practice in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from an HCA-approved vendor required.
• PALS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• BSN required within three years of employment.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients prior to surgery.
• Provide patient and family education about the procedure and peri-operative process.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including intravenous therapy, preoperative medications, and surgical site verification.
• Participate in surgical site verification, briefing, time out, debriefing, and universal protocols according to hospital policy.
• Recognize and respond to patient emergencies.
• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while managing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team that includes providers, surgeons, and surgical technologists.
• Apply the nursing process, critical thinking, scientific judgment, technical skills, and leadership to deliver safe nursing care independently.
• Assess and monitor patient condition throughout the shift, and thoroughly document changes and care provided.
• Educate patients and families or caregivers about medical conditions, treatment, and follow-up measures.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off and paid family leave.
• Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits.
• Adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance.
• Legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree