Operating Room Registered Nurse

Join a High-Performing Surgical Team

What Sets Our Operating Room Apart

Our Operating Room features 8 advanced operating rooms supporting a full spectrum of surgical services, including cardiac, trauma, orthopedics, robotics, neurosurgery, and multiple specialties. As a Level II Trauma Center and teaching hospital, we deliver high-acuity, high-volume surgical care. Our culture is defined by teamwork, safety, and clinical excellence, ensuring nurses practice at the top of their profession.

Opportunities for Growth & Professional Development

Here, nurses build broad, versatile skill sets across diverse surgical specialties. You’ll collaborate with surgeons, residents, and faculty, gaining exposure to cutting-edge techniques and academic practice. We support your professional journey through:

• Structured Periop 101 courses for new OR nurses.

• Specialty training and cross-training opportunities.

• Shared governance participation.

• Leadership development pathways.

• Access to ongoing academic learning and mentorship.

A Collaborative Work Environment

We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional communication. Our team benefits from:

• Daily huddles that promote transparency and teamwork.

• Strong collaboration across all perioperative teams.

• Highly engaged, accessible leadership focused on staff support.

• Self-scheduling for shifts and call rotations to promote autonomy and balance.

A Record of Excellence

Our OR team supported care for over 6,300 trauma patients in a single year, making us one of Maryland’s busiest Level II trauma centers. Through robust peer review, performance improvement initiatives, and a commitment to best practices, we consistently deliver safe, efficient, high-quality surgical care.

Community Outreach & Impact

Our nurses lead and participate in a variety of hospital-supported community outreach and philanthropic initiatives. From health education events to charitable service campaigns, our team is committed to making a meaningful impact beyond the hospital walls.

Work-Life Balance & Staff Member Wellness

We recognize that supporting our staff is essential to sustaining excellent patient care. We promote balance and well-being through:

• Self-scheduling to maintain flexibility.

• Encouragement of PTO.

• Wellness and mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program.

• Morale and recognition initiatives that strengthen team culture.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Full-Time  Night Shift Registered Nurse to join the Operating Room team at the University of Maryland Capital Region Health. This is an opportunity to step into a high-acuity, fast-paced surgical environment where you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient perioperative care across a wide range of procedures. You will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams while practicing at the top of your license in a supportive, team-driven setting.

Full Time Schedule: 6:45 p.m.– 7:15 a.m. with rotating weekends and holidays required.

Key Responsibilities:

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

• Deliver independent, high-quality perioperative care across a broad range of surgical cases; anticipate needs, prioritize effectively, and drive safe, efficient case flow.

• Function as the primary circulating RN; maintain full accountability for patient safety, clinical outcomes, and continuity of care throughout the surgical episode.

• Coordinate seamlessly with surgeons, anesthesia, and the interdisciplinary team; ensure alignment on case progression, patient status, and intraoperative needs.

• Apply evidence-based practice in real time; serve as a clinical resource and escalation point for complex or high-acuity situations.

• Champion Patient and Family Centered Care; identify gaps, elevate concerns, and drive measurable improvement.

• Contribute directly to quality outcomes through NSQI participation, effective handoff practices, and strict medication safety standards.

• Lead and support performance improvement, evidence-based practice, and unit-level initiatives that enhance surgical outcomes and workflow efficiency.

• Maintain full regulatory compliance; support audit readiness and uphold all clinical, safety, and documentation standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Full Time Availability: 6:45 p.m.– 7:15 a.m. with rotating weekends and holidays required.

Licensure & Experience:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland or Compact eligibility in accordance with MBON required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• Minimum of 2–3 years of Operating Room RN experience required.

• Proven ability to independently circulate surgical cases in a fast-paced OR environment.

• Experience supporting a range of procedures including general, orthopedic, and specialty cases strongly preferred.

• Trauma experience preferred.

• High-acuity experience and strong clinical judgment in complex surgical settings strongly preferred.

• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $42.03 - $53.30/hr.

• Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available.

• Shift, Weekend, & Holiday Differentials.

• Benefits Package applicable to Full-Time, Part-Time, & PRN Team Members.

• Advancement Opportunities Within a Growing, High-Acuity Surgical Services Team.

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