Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room | Full-Time

Job Description

Job Description

Wills Eye Hospital is hiring an Operating Room Staff Nurse in Philadelphia, PA . In this role, you’ll maintain the proficiency of the surgeons' needs, techniques, and requirements at all times in the scrub or circulating role. This is a Full-Time 40 hours per week opportunity for someone who wants to make a direct impact on patient safety and surgical care.

Why Join Wills Eye

At Wills Eye Hospital, you’ll be part of a nationally recognized leader in ophthalmology and vision care. We are known for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits such as medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement plan, tuition assistance, paid time off, and employer assistance programs (EAPs)

• Opportunities for training, certification, and career growth

• A collaborative, mission-driven clinical environment

• Access to advanced technology and specialized care teams

In this role, you’ll support patients, providers, and clinical teams while helping deliver high-quality ophthalmic care. You’ll manage patient care coordination, surgical workflow, and clinical support throughout the perioperative process, and contribute to a positive patient experience.

You’ll be successful if you consistently deliver safe, compassionate, and detail‑driven patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Adheres to strict Universal Precautions and Blood-borne Pathogens protocols.

• Supports anesthesia, maintains patent patient airways, including adult and pediatric patients.

• Assess the learning needs of patients/significant other(s), and has knowledge of normal growth and development stages.

• Cares for specimens and cultures as directed by set policies.

• Administers drugs and responds to drug-related complications in a timely and safe manner.

What You Bring

You may be a strong fit for this role if you are detail oriented, adaptable, and committed to safe, high quality patient care. You enjoy working as part of a team, communicating clearly, and supporting both patients and providers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.

• Active PA State Nursing License required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

• One (1) year of clinical experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

• Three (3) years of clinical experience is preferred.

We know great candidates do not always meet every preferred qualification. If this role interests you and you believe you could be successful in it, we encourage you to apply. You may be a fit for other roles across our organization.

About Wills Eye Hospital

Wills Eye Hospital is a world-renowned leader in ophthalmology, ranked among the top eye hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Established in 1832, Wills Eye is one of the oldest and most respected eye care institutions in the world.

Each year, our team provides specialized care to more than 250,000 patients, ranging from routine eye conditions to complex, sight-threatening diseases. Through advanced surgical capabilities, innovative research, and a commitment to clinical excellence, we continue to shape the future of vision care.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today for our Operating Room Staff Nurse opportunity in Philadelphia, PA.

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