Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionA nationally recognized hospital in Kansas City with more than 585 beds is seeking an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse to join its surgical services team. This advanced medical center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, Chest Pain Center, Breast Care Center, and a wide range of specialized clinical services.The Operating Room RN is an essential part of the surgical team, partnering with surgeons, surgical technologists, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, high-quality patient care throughout the surgical experience.Responsibilities begin before surgery by assessing patients, educating patients and their families about the upcoming procedure, and preparing patients for the operating room. This includes administering preoperative medications, initiating IV therapy, and confirming surgical site verification.During surgery, the nurse actively participates in surgical safety protocols, including pre-procedure briefings, time outs, debriefings, and universal protocol processes. The role requires strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to closely monitor patients while responding quickly and effectively to changes in condition or emergency situations. Scheduling is self-managed and posted four weeks in advance, with on-call coverage required during designated non-business hours.Qualifications:Minimum of 1 year of recent Operating Room RN experience with scrub and circulating responsibilitiesGraduate of an accredited Registered Nurse programActive Registered Nurse (RN) licenseBasic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required within 30 days of employmentSchedule:Full-timeDay shift: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. orNight shift: 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.Self-scheduling availableOn-call rotation requiredBenefits:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceRetirement savings planPaid time offPaid holidaysTuition assistanceContinuing education and career development opportunitiesEmployee assistance programLife and disability insuranceFlexible spending accountsOpportunities for career growth and advancement