Registered Nurse OR Circulator

Registered Nurse OR Circulator$38 - $51Hartford, CTRegistered Nurse OR Circulator - No Nights, No Call and No Weekends!A well-established outpatient surgery center specializing in complex orthopedic cases.Predictable schedules with no overnight, weekend, or holiday shiftsCollaborative, specialty-focused orthopedic teamFree lunches daily provided by the surgeonsPatient-centered outpatient environmentCompetitive compensation and benefits packageWe are seeking an experienced OR Circulator to join our outpatient surgery center specializing exclusively in orthopedic procedures. The ideal candidate is a skilled perioperative nurse with a strong orthopedic background who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented ambulatory surgery environment. This role focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered care throughout the perioperative process.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the circulating nurse for orthopedic surgical procedures in an outpatient settingEnsure operating rooms are properly prepared, equipped, and stocked for scheduled casesVerify patient identity, procedure, and surgical site in compliance with safety protocolsMaintain sterile technique and ensure adherence to infection prevention standardsCollaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other team membersManage intraoperative documentation and patient care records accurately and timelyAdvocate for patient safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the surgical experienceAnticipate surgeon and procedural needs specific to orthopedic cases (e.g., implants, instrumentation, positioning)Assist with room turnover and efficiency between casesComply with all regulatory, accreditation, and facility policies and proceduresQualificationsActive RN license in good standing (state-specific requirements apply)Minimum of 2 years of OR Circulating experience, with a strong emphasis on orthopedic surgeryExperience in an outpatient or ambulatory surgery center preferredThorough knowledge of orthopedic procedures, instruments, implants, and equipmentBLS required; ACLS preferred (or ability to obtain)Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skillsAbility to work efficiently in a high-volume surgical environmentPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand for extended periodsLift, position, and transfer patients as neededManual dexterity to handle surgical equipment and supplies