Operating Room (OR) Nurse Jobs

Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, wi...
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Why Work at Children's.... Here, it’s different. Come join us . Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation’s brightest nurses,...
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Description Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Seasonal Registered Nurse Operating Room you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Medical City Dall...
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Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, NJ Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Operating Room Unit: Operating Room, NBR011191010R Shift: Nig...
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Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Frisco at PGA Parkway Join us in an extraordinary opportunity to be at the forefront of our new hospital in Frisco, Texas. As we gear up to open our doors in July 2025, you’l...
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Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Position details: Shifts consist of 2 12-hour shifts; 2 8-hour shifts;...
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Registered Nurse - RNFA @ Saint Lukes Hospital - Chesterfield, MO Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: RNFA Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (07:00 - 15:00) Start Date: 05/01/2023 Job Duration: 13 WEEKS Description...
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Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital New Brunswick- New Brunswick, NJ Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Operating Room Unit: Operating Room, NBR011191010R Shift: Day...
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Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Position Details: Monday through Friday 7 am to 3:30 pm; Call Required...
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Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) Position Information: Charge Nurse Role, 7am to 7:30pm Saturday and Sun...
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Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: CVOR Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (7:00am - 7:00pm) Date: 09/14/2022  Job Duration: 13 WEEKS Pay:  $86 HR X 36 HRS = $3,096 $826 Weekly Housing Stipend                             ...
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Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedica...
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Under general supervision, provides direct patient care to assigned patients. Education: Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred. For all nurses hired after 2012, Bachelor’s degr...
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**Up to $25,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience** DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research....
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Description The Staff Nurse Inpatient reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, proced...
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Description The Surgical First Assistant under the guidance of the primary Surgeon, is responsible for the care and treatment of patients in      the Operating Room. SHIFT: 6:30 am - 7:00 pm | Monday - Friday wit...
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Description SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE Introduction Are you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At Trident Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as...
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Registered Nurse - CVOR @ Cleveland Clinic Florida - Weston, FL Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: CVOR Unit: 3050-3001-33018 Operating Room Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (11:00 - 23:00) Start Date: 05/01/2023 J...
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PRN OR RN (No weekends, no holidays and no call required) Advanced Surgery Center of Metairie is a leading multispecialty ambulatory surgery center committed to providing high-quality outpatient surgical care. Ou...
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Why Work at Children's.... Here, it’s different. Come join us . Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation’s brightest nurses,...
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Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Frisco at PGA Parkway Position Start Date: June 2, 2025 Join us in an extraordinary opportunity to be at the forefront of our new hospital in Frisco, Texas. As we...
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Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the enti...
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Job Summary: Provides quality patient care in accordance with nursing philosophy, approved standards, and applicable regulatory laws. Functions as a scrub or circulating nurse in all areas of surgical specialties....
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Job Details Job Location :    Maryville, IL Position Type :    Part Time (60 Hours) Salary R...
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Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ Jefferson Torresdale Hospital- Philadelphia, PA Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Operating Room Unit: Operating Room, CC 810-53000 Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:...
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Details Sign On Bonus May Be Available Department:  Stepdown Intermediate Care 6W Schedule:  Full Time Night Shift .9FTE | Hours are 7pm-7am with every other weekend and holiday rotations Hospital:  Ascension...
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Additional Information About the Role Unit - Memorial Belleville Operating Room PT Days Shift Starts at 0645 Call Required; Call Arrival 40 Minutes Up to $7500 Sign-On Bonus Competitive Pay (See...
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American Traveler is offering a rewarding Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) contract position in Corona California. Shift: Days 8 Job Length: 157 weeks -- RNs who work with us receive a highly competitive pay and...
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Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Providence Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportuniti...
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More than 310 million surgeries — elective and emergent — happen globally every year. As an operating room (OR) nurse, you’re part of an interdisciplinary team that helps keep patients safe during surgical procedures. Registered nurses (RNs) in this specialty are also referred to as perioperative nurses. They can go by a few additional names that indicate what their particular role is within the OR:

  • Scrub nurses prepare the OR for patients. They sterilize the room and equipment, and might pass supplies to the surgeon during the case.
  • Circulating or circulator nurses help prepare patients and provide supplies to the surgical team. They may also handle administrative duties.
  • A first assistant (RNFA) is either an RN or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who works directly with a surgeon during a case by performing tasks that include monitoring vitals, controlling bleeding, and postoperative suture removal.

Additionally, OR nurses can focus on specialty areas. For example, a cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) nurse is part of the team that cares for cardiac patients during surgery.

If you’re exploring OR nurse jobs in hospitals or ambulatory centers, you can find full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, or per diem opportunities right here on IntelyCare. You can also search by popular job titles:

OR Nurse Education and Certifications

It's possible to work in the OR in many capacities, from surgical tech to nurse practitioner and nearly every level of nursing in between. You must hold an unobstructed license or certification for your role. Basic life support (BLS) certification is almost always a must. While RNs can hold either an associate degree in nursing (ADN) or a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN), the latter tends to be preferred by employers.

Eligible nurses can pursue specialized certification, which may not only enhance your clinical expertise, it can also give you an advantage when applying to operating room nurse jobs. Consider the following:

  • Certified Foundational Perioperative Nurse (CFPN)
  • Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
  • Certified Ambulatory Surgical Nurse (CNAMB)

For more insight into what employers might require for this role, review our sample job template for an OR nurse.

OR Nurse Resume and Cover Letter

A solid application can help you situate yourself for prime OR nursing jobs. For a standout operating room nurse resume, align your skills to the requirements of a particular job.

For instance, if an employer is hoping for a candidate who excels at providing “individualized, goal-directed patient care” and who has “medical surgical experience in an acute care setting,” be sure your resume features those phrases.

Use your OR nurse cover letter to elaborate. Share a story that illustrates how you’ve prioritized care for your patients’ unique needs in the past. This shows a potential employer that you would be a great fit for the job.

Interviewing for Operating Room Nurse Jobs

Just as you wouldn’t walk into an OR without knowing a case top to bottom, you shouldn’t casually approach a job interview — no matter how many years of experience you have under your belt. Review some of the top OR nurse interview questions and practice your answers to help take the stress off your shoulders.

OR Nurse Salary

The average annual OR nurse salary is around $87,060 for an RN. Your location, certifications, experience, facility type, and employer can impact what you earn.

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