Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room

ATC Travelers A • Charlottesville, VA

7h

About The Position

The Operating Room RN (Circulator) provides nursing care to patients throughout the perioperative continuum. This role involves coordinating patient care with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and technicians, ensuring a sterile and safe environment, and advocating for the patient while under anesthesia.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or compact state.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Previous Operating Room experience strongly preferred, ideally in an acute care setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to align with Sentara’s compassionate care standards.

Responsibilities

• Perioperative Assessment: Perform thorough preoperative assessments and prepare the operating room, ensuring all equipment, supplies, and instruments are functional and sterile.
• Intraoperative Care: Function as a circulating nurse, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, assisting with positioning, maintaining aseptic technique, and documenting patient care meticulously.
• Patient Advocacy: Act as a patient advocate, ensuring safety and comfort while the patient is anesthetized.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with surgeons and anesthesia providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes during surgical procedures.
• Specialized Care: Support surgical specialties including Cancer Care, orthopedics, and neurosurgery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees