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RN Operating Room Jobs Overview

Each year in the United States, 40 to 50 million major surgeries are performed, making the operating room (OR) a busy place for clinicians. If you’re looking for RN operating room jobs, we can help you find full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, and per diem opportunities that meet your requirements. You can also explore related roles such as ER RN jobs and ICU RN jobs.

Education and Certifications for OR RN Jobs

The steps to become an operating room RN start with earning your nursing degree — either an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) — from an accredited program. Upon completion, you can sit for the NCLEX-RN exam. A passing score means you can apply to your state board of nursing for your RN license.

You may be able to pursue a new grad residence in the OR, or, if you have prior acute care nursing experience, a training program in the OR may be available.

In addition, you may want to obtain certifications for certain OR RN jobs, such as:

Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA)
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN)
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
Medical-surgical nursing certification (MEDSURG-BC)

For more information on what this role may require, check out our sample job description for an OR RN.

Operating Room RN Resume and Cover Letter

Before you begin applying to registered nurse OR jobs, update your operating room RN resume according to the keywords and phrases you see emphasized in a particular job ad. For example, if an employer is looking for an RN who displays “critical thinking skills and the ability to do their job with minimal supervision,” use that phrase in your resume.

Then, use your OR RN cover letter to tell a story where these particular nursing skills were put to the test. This strategy gives an employer a clear indication of the type of value you could bring to their team.

Interviewing for RN OR Jobs

Performing well in an interview for registered nurse operating room jobs is one sure-fire way to stand apart from other candidates. This requires some advance planning. Give yourself enough time to review our common operating room RN interview questions and answers, and practice your own thoughtful responses. Displaying calm under pressure is a great quality to have when you’re interviewing for OR RN positions.

Salary for OR RN Jobs

The average salary for an RN in medical and surgical hospitals is around $101,060 per year. Your salary can be affected by your level of education, years of experience, location, and facility type. The following states have some of the highest salaries for RNs:

Take a look at the available positions on IntelyCare to get a better idea of operating room nurse salary expectations in your area.

Explore RN Operating Room Jobs on IntelyCare

You can find great registered nurse operating room jobs and positions in other critical care areas on IntelyCare. Want even more options? Review all the latest RN jobs available now, and start applying today.

Manager/Supervisor

Full-time

3 months ago

Operating Room Clinical Nurse Manager

Mount Sinai Medical Center Miami Beach, FL

Operating Room Clinical Nurse Manager As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence. Position Responsibilities · Provides leadership and oversight for all nursing operations within the assigned unit, ensuring continuous, high-quality care, patient satisfaction, and efficient resource management. · Participates in and/or leads cross functional teams and is willing to make rapid and sound changes for the medical center to be a National and International Leader in clinical outcomes. · Plans, organizes and directs activities of the assigned unit through the management of the team leaders and charge nurses. · Organizes the establishment of new processes and/or re-modeling of existing ones to achieve the unit and Medical Center goals. · Ensures all processes and procedures provide for consistent, timely, high quality and cost-effective clinical results. · Ensures an efficient patient flow process. · Responsible for maintaining and improving clinical care within the assigned unit towards the goal of being rated among the best in the United States. · Creates, integrates and initiates new concepts and practices to improve patient and family care as well as physician and employee satisfaction. · Provides leadership in complex and/or stressful situations, counsels staff based on factual and objective information. Ensures timely and appropriate actions for resolution. · Identifies staffing patterns to cover the unit’s needs around the clock. Sets and monitors staff schedules in relation to patient acuity, census, technology and resources management to meet budgetary needs. · Assesses and improves the services provided within the unit by implementing the Performance Improvement Program. Monitors and enforces the activities related to performance improvement and quality control. · Establishes and maintains Medical Center Safety and compliance policies. · All other duties as assigned. Qualifications · Florida RN License · BLS required · CNOR preferred · Graduated from an accredited school of nursing, BSN Required, MSN, Business, Health Administration or related field is strongly preferred. · 5 years of leading experience in an Operating room or related healthcare operational role and ten years in nursing/healthcare. Benefits · We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes: · Health benefits · Life insurance · Long-term disability coverage · Healthcare spending accounts · Retirement plan · Paid time off · Tuition reimbursement · Employee assistance program · Wellness program · Free Parking · On-site housing for select positions and more!

Full-time

3 months ago

Perioperative Registered Nurse - Operating Room, Providence Hospital

USA Health Mobile, AL

Overview USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. Responsibilities Practices family centered nursing according to policies and Nurse Practice Act; serves as Charge Nurse when assigned; supervises plans, evaluates, and coordinates patient care provided by other licensed and non-licensed staff; demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards; abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization’s values; adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality; serves as preceptor for new employees and nursing students; available in hospital within thirty to forty-five (30-45) minutes of call; utilizes the nursing process to: assess the patient, plan individualized care, identify expected outcomes and implement and evaluate nursing interventions for patients and families; provides direct patient care according to unit specific competencies: performs therapeutic procedures and assists with diagnostic procedures required for the care of the patient; administers medications including controlled substances by all routes; responds appropriately to emergency patient situations; performs basic life support and management of arrest situations; starts IVs; performs activities of daily living; requires minimal supervision to safely perform patient care; when performing skilled procedures the RN can state the purpose, rationale, precautions and observations related to that procedure; utilizes proper body mechanics when: moving, positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety or moving equipment that is necessary to perform essential functions; participates in patient/family teaching and documents; utilizes a personal computer or terminal to access the Hospital Information System; communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via telephone; responds to overhead pages; maintains accurate and complete medical records by: utilizing the correct documentation tools and procedures, completing peri-operative assessments within unit time frame and completing patient charges accurately; accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict; cooperates, helps others and improves the performance of the unit; completes all mandatory unit, educational and hospital requirements; utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards; accepts reassignment to other areas of Surgical Services with a positive attitude; demonstrates the ability to provide competent patient care to the following patient populations: Neonate, Infant-Toddler/Preschool, School Age/Adolescent, Reproductive Age, Post/Peri Menopausal; manages peri-operative patient utilizing principles of aseptic practice and initiates corrective action when breaks occur; uses technically advanced equipment; participates in evaluation of new products; maintains appropriate supplies for procedural needs; provides appropriate care to specimens and cultures as directed by set Policies and Procedures; performs scrub and circulating duties; establishes and maintains sterile field; maintains unit specific quality control logs; inspects sterile items for contamination/outdates before opening; accompanies patient to PACU and provides appropriate handoff communication; monitors and maintains peri-operative environment (i.e. temperature, traffic, aseptic technique); performs sponge and sharp counts and initiates corrective actions when counts are incorrect; communicates/documents results of counts according to facility policy; monitors labeling of medications on the sterile field and responsible for accurate mixing/dosing; utilizes two patient identifiers when transporting; transferring a patient, labeling specimens, or medication administration; actively participates in all unit based activities in regards to NPSGS such as Thromboembolytic Prevention, Pre-op antibiotic administration 1 Hour prior to incision, Beta Blocker administration prior to surgery, Universal Protocol and Labeling medications on sterile field; actively demonstrates an understanding of patient safety in daily practice in regards to: fall prevention, positioning, transfers, surgical site i.d., electrosurgical safety, laser safety, fire in the OR and signs and symptoms of malignant hyperpyrexia; pulls cases utilizing the surgeon preference card; ensures all supplies required for assigned case are available and in date when case is pulled; ensures case is appropriately set up prior to transfer of the patient to the room; actively participates in unit based educational activities (i.e. role playing or return demonstration); utilizes down time between cases effectively to support unit cleanliness, appropriate stock levels, and extra duty assignments; completes vendor notification forms for implant tracking; actively participates in unit based recycle/reprocessing activities; ensures medical record requirements are on the chart and reviewed prior to transfer of the patient to the OR such as Pre-op orders, H&P with updated signature, consults, labs, consent and Medicaid tubal/hysterectomy consents are signed as appropriate; demonstrates daily an understanding of team work; identifies, organizes and directs activities to utilize resources, personnel, and materials to meet the needs of the patient and nursing staff; communicates with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Administrator, on an ongoing basis, regarding: changes in unit status, patient related issues, staffing issues, Quality Management issues and other events as they evolve; acts as first line in problem resolution with other departments and any patient complaints; assists with shift duty assignments or serves as staff nurse as needed; verifies that emergency equipment is functional; participates on committees as assigned; participates in Performance Improvement activities as assigned; accesses and accurately maintains electronic and paper medical records; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime and call as required; related duties as required. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama meeting the minimum standards set by the State of Alabama. Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Full-time

3 months ago

RN - CVOR On Call

Mercy Creve Coeur, MO

Find your calling at Mercy! Works with the oncology interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of oncology outpatients and their families, while providing quality patient care. Adheres to physician orders, Mercy policies and approved protocols, patient plans of care, all required regulations, Oncology Nursing Society guidelines and nursing scope of practice. While utilizing oncology clinical knowledge and nursing judgement, provides on-call after hours patient care including but not limited to: nursing assessment, emotional and psychosocial support, triage, prescription management, symptom management, education regarding care recommendations and instruction on how/where to obtain in-person care if warranted. The on-call nurse will consult with the medical oncologist on-call when required to provide direction to the patient and/or family. Position Details: Join Mercy St Louis Hospital CVOR Registered Nurse: ON CALL POSITION Must have Operating Room or CVOR RN experience 60 hours of On Call per week requirement We’re a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.” Qualifications: Required Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited school Required Experience: Must have OR or CVOR experience License: current RN license in the state of Missouri Certifications: BLS required We Offer Great Benefits: Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period! ASN to BSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your BSN (up to $16,000). BSN to MSN Bridging Program to assist in obtaining your MSN (up to $16,000 Annual Merit increases based on performance Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education Health/Dental/Vision available after day one Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA Paid parental leave for new parents 401k with employer match Competitive salary Future career growth! Relocation Assistance We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care. At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all. What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Full-time

3 months ago

Operating Room RN

Methodist Healthcare System San Antonio, TX

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as an Operating Room RN today with North Central Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Center. Benefits North Central Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Come join our team as an Operating Room RN. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated 13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today! Job Summary and Qualifications We are seeking an Operating Room Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center who demonstrates the values of our company by caring like family. You will be an amazing addition to our team by contributing your expertise in the circulating or scrub role. You will ensure safe and effective nursing care until your patient is transferred from your care to recovery. What you will do in this role: Oversee the instrument and equipment set-up for your OR, including utilization of preference cards and ability to anticipate your surgeons needs Coordinate and oversee your room during a case as the circulator You will facilitate effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures Utilize appropriate body mechanics in moving your patients to stretchers and OR tables to prevent injury Manage your patients care and medication, including assistance with anesthesia Consistently review your charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure Qualifications you will need: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing Minimum 1 year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center Active RN license as required by state of employment or appropriate compact licensure Valid BCLS Certification upon employment ***online certification not acceptable ACLS as required by facility CNOR certification preferred Methodist Ambulatory Surgery Center - North Central is located in the Stone Oak area of San Antonio. Our AAAHC center is a top revenue producer forSurgery Ventures powered by HCA Healthcare. We perform over 600 procedures a month. Our specialties are in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, gynecology, endoscopy, podiatry, pediatrics, urology and pediatric dermatology. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patients family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Operating Room RN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.