RN - OR Circulator

RiverView Health•Crookston, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

RiverView Health has a full-time (72 hours every 2 weeks) RN - OR Circulating Nurse position open. The Circulating Nurse ensures the safety of the patient within the intra-operative phase during the surgical procedure. The Circulating Nurse works in collaboration with Surgeons, Surgical Technologist, CRNA, and other nursing staff. The Nurse will manage all the necessary care inside the surgery room; assisting the surgical team in maintaining sterility, creating a comfortable and safe environment for the patient as well as the surgical staff, and ensure integrated teamwork. Majority of work hours are day shift but hours of work will vary depending on surgery schedule and position has the possibility to include working a 1 in 4 call rotation. The Nurse must be able to use sound judgment, interpersonal communication skills, and critical thinking skills to evaluate the patient’s needs and ensure a positive outcome.

Requirements

Current State of Minnesota RN license.
Current American Heart CPR certification.
ACLS and PALS certifications are required (if not current, must be obtained within 6 months of hire or employment will be terminated).

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures the safety of the patient within the intra-operative phase during the surgical procedure.
Works in collaboration with Surgeons, Surgical Technologist, CRNA, and other nursing staff.
Manages all the necessary care inside the surgery room.
Assists the surgical team in maintaining sterility.
Creates a comfortable and safe environment for the patient as well as the surgical staff.
Ensures integrated teamwork.
Uses sound judgment, interpersonal communication skills, and critical thinking skills to evaluate the patient’s needs and ensure a positive outcome.