OR RN Circulator New Grads Welcomed

Job Description

Job Description

Perioperative Registered Nurse (OR Circulator)

Location: Oregon
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift + On-Call Rotation

NEW GRADS WELCOMED

Where Precision Meets Compassion in the OR

We are seeking a dedicated Perioperative Registered Nurse (OR Circulator) to join a collaborative surgical team committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.

In this role, you will be at the heart of the surgical experience—advocating for patients, coordinating care, and ensuring every procedure is performed with precision, safety, and excellence.

Whether you are an experienced OR nurse or looking to grow into perioperative practice, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

What You Will Do

Patient Advocacy & Clinical Excellence

• Serve as the patient advocate throughout the surgical experience

• Deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care across all perioperative settings

• Protect patient dignity, privacy, and rights at all times

Intraoperative Nursing Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee care during surgical procedures

• Ensure correct patient, procedure, site, and documentation at all times

• Perform surgical counts to prevent retained items

• Safely administer medications and monitor patient response

• Manage specimens according to policy and ensure accurate tracking

Patient Safety & Monitoring

• Protect patients from surgical risks including chemical, electrical, thermal, and mechanical hazards

• Monitor and maintain stability across all systems including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and more

• Prevent surgical site infections through adherence to sterile and safety protocols

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate patient status effectively with the surgical team and care continuum

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams

• Use problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to maintain a positive team environment

Professional Practice & Growth

• Maintain competencies and pursue ongoing professional development

• Participate in quality initiatives and DNV education requirements

• Deliver consistent, high-quality care across all patient populations and settings

What You Bring

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Active Oregon RN license

• BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC required

• CNOR, Periop 101, and CRASE training preferred
  (CRASE required if assignment exceeds 6 months)