Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room - $40-51 per hour

About the role

A Registered Nurse (RN) in the Operating Room (OR) provides comprehensive patient care, manages departmental operations, supervises staff, and ensures compliance with policies and standards. The role includes staffing, training, evaluating personnel, and participating in budget development and management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care aligned with standards and monitor care effectiveness.
• Manage daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Participate in budget planning, monitor expenses, and control departmental costs.
• Supervise staff performance, conduct evaluations, and foster professional development.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and survey readiness.
• Handle incidents, ensure patient safety, and address clinical and ethical issues.
• Coordinate staff orientation, competencies, and participate in hiring and team building.
• Support departmental projects, lead meetings, and foster a collaborative team environment to uphold quality standards and patient safety.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of a Nursing Degree from an accredited institution; Bachelor’s preferred.
• At least three years of clinical nursing experience; management experience preferred.
• Current RN license in the state; CPR certification required.
• ACLS, PALS/NRP certifications as applicable.
• Specialized cardiovascular or neonatal nursery experience preferred.
• Additional certifications like CCRN, PCCN, CEN, CNOR, or related are advantageous.
• Strong decision-making, accuracy, computer skills, and ability to work under deadlines.