Orthopedic Operating Room Nurse - PRN in Coalville, UT

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Orthopedic Operating Room Nurse to join our ambulatory surgical team on a PRN basis. In this critical role, you will provide safe, efficient, and high-quality perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing orthopedic procedures. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented nurse who is committed to patient safety and the seamless coordination of the surgical team.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients throughout their surgical journey in an outpatient setting.
• Act as a dedicated patient advocate during the perioperative experience.
• Perform circulating duties in orthopedic surgeries, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and sterile techniques.
• Verify patient identity, surgical site, and consent prior to all procedures.
• Prepare, position, and monitor patients intraoperatively alongside surgical and anesthesia teams.
• Ensure availability and functionality of all necessary equipment, instruments, and implants.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical techs to maintain optimal case flow.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Adhere to established infection control, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the evolution of best practices.
• Support colleagues in sustaining a clean, safe, and organized operating room environment.

Qualifications
• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Utah.
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred. CNOR certification is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of perioperative nursing experience is required; experience in orthopedic and ambulatory surgery is strongly preferred.
• Skills: Exceptional communication, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills in a fast-paced environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity and will not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. We ensure that all personnel matters, including compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, and more, are administered without discrimination.
• 2 year(s): Minimum 2 years of perioperative nursing experience required.
• Registered Nurse
• Basic Life Support
• Detail Oriented: Capable of executing tasks with meticulous attention to detail.
• Dedicated: Committed to tasks with loyalty and integrity.
• Ability to Make an Impact: Motivated by contributing to the success of projects or the organization.
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well while having adequate time for personal interests outside of work.

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