Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR): Outpatient Surgery Center

Outpatient Surgery Center | UVA Health

Deliver expert perioperative care in a setting designed for clinical excellence, predictable schedules, and professional growth. This Registered Nurse role within UVA Health's Outpatient Surgery Centers allows you to practice in an OR environment while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

At UVA Health, this outpatient OR position offers Monday through Friday hours, no holidays, weekends, and minimal on call hours with incentive pay, combined with the stability and credibility of a nationally respected academic health system. Here, your expertise directly supports efficient, high-quality surgical care in a collaborative outpatient environment where patients, surgeons, and nurses all benefit from consistency, preparation, and trust.

The Role

As a Registered Nurse in UVA Health's Outpatient Surgery Centers, you will provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care across a variety of surgical specialties in a focused outpatient environment. This role balances efficiency with clinical rigor and allows nurses to deliver high-quality care in settings intentionally designed for safety, flow, and patient experience.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver perioperative nursing care including preoperative preparation, intraoperative support, and postoperative recovery
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists, and fellow nurses to ensure safe and seamless procedures
• Apply evidence-based practice and standardized protocols to support patient safety and optimal outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory and professional standards
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement

What an average day looks like:

• Monday through Friday schedule with no nights, weekends or holidays and minimal call with incentive pay
• A consistent outpatient case mix that allows for preparation, efficiency, and clinical focus
• A collaborative OR environment with strong communication and shared ownership of outcomes
• Opportunities to serve in Charge RN roles, supporting daily operations while developing leadership and decision-making skills

Why UVA Health

UVA Health is an integrated academic health system anchored by the University of Virginia, bringing together patient care, education, and research in communities across Virginia and beyond. Nursing at UVA Health is grounded in professional governance, shared accountability, and a commitment to advancing practice through evidence and innovation.

In this outpatient OR role, UVA Health offers:

• A Magnet aligned nursing culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and professional voice
• A clearly defined clinical career ladder that supports professional growth, recognition, and promotion
• Easy access to parking, supporting a smooth start and end to each workday
• Structured pathways into Charge RN and leadership development roles without stepping away from patient care
• The stability of outpatient surgery combined with the resources, standards, and support of an academic medical center
• A role that is strategically important to expanding access to high-quality surgical care in patient-centered outpatient settings
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking balance. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area blends outdoor recreation with a vibrant cultural and culinary scene. Residents enjoy hiking, wineries, music, and arts alongside a strong sense of community. With an accessible cost of living compared to larger metropolitan areas and a variety of neighborhoods and schools, Charlottesville is an ideal place to build both a fulfilling career and a rewarding life outside of work.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.

Experience: 1 year of relevant experience.

Preferred Experience:

Previous Operating Room nursing experience

Experience in multiple surgical specialties

Scrub and circulate experience preferred

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Physical Demands

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.