Registered Nurse - Surgery/Main OR

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a surgical team where excellence thrives and your skills are truly valued. Our high‑volume Operating Room is home to surgeons who want to be here, supported by a busy and dynamic environment with a full range of specialties—including urology, gynecology, vascular, heavy neuro, orthopedics, ENT, plastics, eyes, and a leading robotic surgery program. With 20 state-of-the-art OR suites (17 ORs, 2 hybrids, and a dedicated cysto room) and an average of 35–40 cases per day, you will experience exceptional clinical variety and continuous growth. We offer outstanding on call opportunities with competitive incentives and fully cover advanced certifications such as CNOR and ACLS, reinforcing our commitment to your professional development. Here, you’ll be part of a highly supportive team culture that values your expertise, prioritizes work‑life balance, and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. Why You’ll Love Working Here Collaborative, collegial environment with strong nurse‑physician partnerships. Opportunity to sharpen rapid assessment and decision‑making skills in a fast‑moving OR setting Autonomy to apply holistic, evidence‑based nursing care across diverse patient populations. Support for professional development, including BSN attainment and specialty certification. A culture that prioritizes patient dignity, safety, and the voices of frontline nurses. Incentives & Benefits: In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement as well as student loan repayment options—this role offers career growth opportunities. OR nurses receive a $11/hour in call pay plus time and a half when called in (paid for a minimum of 3 hours no matter what).

Requirements

Associate's Degree - Nursing (Required)
New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire. (Required)
Registered Nurse licensure (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs at various stages of the life cycle

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant OR/Surgery RN experience (Strongly preferred)
ACLS PALS may be required but is dependent on unit or department Preferred

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing patient/family assessments and document per guidelines.
Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care based on patient needs and expected outcomes.
Provide safe, ethical, patient‑centered care while supporting dignity, diversity, and autonomy.
Prioritize care based on patient condition and unit needs.
Safely administer medications and treatments; perform technical skills per policy.
Recognize and respond to emergencies, initiating appropriate interventions.
Evaluate patient responses to care and revise plans in collaboration with the care team.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
Supervise delegated tasks and ensure quality care delivery.
Participate in organizational activities such as committees, staff meetings, and unit initiatives.
Support student learning and staff development; serve in leadership roles as needed.
Maintain professional competence through continuing education and self‑assessment.
Build collaborative, collegial relationships across the healthcare team.
Identify and act on opportunities for process improvement.