Registered Nurse (RN) Circulator - Ambulatory Surgery Center

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Circulator – Ambulatory Surgery Center
Location: Carmel / Westfield, Indiana
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused RN Circulator to join a high-performing Ambulatory Surgery Center team in the Carmel/Westfield area. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment and is committed to ensuring patient safety, efficiency, and excellent clinical outcomes throughout the perioperative process.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the circulating nurse during surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile and safe operative environment

• Perform pre-operative patient assessments and verify documentation, consents, and surgical site requirements

• Coordinate surgical case flow and communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical techs

• Maintain accurate intraoperative documentation and patient records

• Monitor patient condition throughout procedures and respond appropriately to changes

• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards

• Assist with room turnover and preparation for subsequent cases

• Provide patient and family education before and after procedures as needed

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Indiana (or compact license eligible for transfer)

• Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred or required by start date)

• 1–2+ years of perioperative or circulating experience preferred

• Ambulatory Surgery Center experience strongly preferred

• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a team-driven surgical setting

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time position

• Day shifts, typically Monday–Friday

• No nights, weekends, or major holidays (subject to facility needs)

• Fast-paced outpatient surgical environment with a collaborative team culture

Compensation & Benefits

• $40–$43 per hour (based on experience)

• Competitive benefits package

• Supportive leadership and positive workplace culture

• Opportunity to grow within a reputable surgical team

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal RN Circulator is detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and passionate about surgical patient care. They take initiative, anticipate surgical team needs, and prioritize patient safety at every step.