Charge RN - Surgery | Operating Room Registered Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Charge RN – Registered Nurse- Surgery (Operating Room)

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Position Type: Direct Hire

Compensation & Incentives

• Pay Range: $36.00 – $56.00/hour (based on experience)
• Relocation Assistance: Available for eligible candidates (outside 71-mile radius)

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Charge RN – Surgery to lead daily operations within a growing Operating Room environment. This role combines hands-on clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring efficient patient flow, high-quality care, and strong team coordination.

This position will initially be based at one campus and will transition to a newly expanded surgical facility, offering a unique opportunity to be part of a major OR expansion and growth initiative.

Surgical Unit Highlights

• Currently 4 Operating Rooms performing 12–18 cases per day
• Expanding to 8 Operating Rooms with projected 20–30 cases per day
• Team includes RNs and Certified Surgical Technologists (CSTs)
• High-volume Orthopedic and Neurosurgical cases

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily OR operations, staffing, and case flow to ensure efficiency and patient safety
• Serve as a clinical leader and resource for surgical staff
• Circulate in complex Orthopedic and Neurosurgical cases as needed
• Support adherence to surgical protocols, safety standards, and infection control practices
• Facilitate communication between surgeons, anesthesia, nursing staff, and leadership
• Assist in onboarding, mentoring, and supporting OR team members
• Address patient care concerns and support quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements

Required:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room circulating experience
• Hands-on experience circulating in Orthopedic and Neuro cases
• Strong leadership presence and ability to coordinate teams in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred:

• CNOR certification
• Experience with Epic
• Stable work history demonstrating career progression