RN OR Circulating - Outpatient Surgery Center

Advocate Health • High Point, NC

9d • $36 - $53

About The Position

The RN OR Circulating provides nursing care in an outpatient surgery center, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care throughout the patient’s care continuum. The role monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, collaborates with the care team, and promotes safe, evidence-based care. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures, and maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.

The position supports professional governance and quality initiatives, effective teamwork and delegation, ethical decision-making, and ongoing professional development. The nurse must provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of the patients served. The role may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area.

This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week. The listed pay range is $35.50–$53.25. The position is benefits eligible.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
• Typically, 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Licensed nurses providing telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services must be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where their clients are located and comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the care continuum.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed