Orthopedic Operating Room Registered Nurse - PRN in Layton, UT

Position Summary As an Orthopedic Operating Room Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional perioperative nursing care in our ambulatory orthopedic setting. We seek a proactive and detail-oriented nurse who excels at anticipating the needs of surgical teams while ensuring patient safety and optimal workflow. Key Responsibilities • Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients before, during, and post-surgery in an outpatient environment. • Act as a patient advocate throughout the entire perioperative experience. • Perform circulating duties during orthopedic surgeries, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and sterile techniques. • Confirm patient identity, surgical site, and consent prior to procedures. • Prepare, position, and monitor patients during surgery in coordination with the surgical and anesthesia teams. • Ensure all necessary equipment, instruments, and implants are prepared, functional, and accurately documented. • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical techs to promote efficient case flow and turnover. • Maintain precise and timely charting within the electronic health record (EHR). • Comply with infection control measures, regulatory, and accreditation standards. • Engage in quality improvement initiatives and assist in the establishment 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 BLS required; ACLS preferred. CNOR certification is a plus. • Experience: Minimum of 2 years of perioperative nursing experience required; experience in orthopedic and ambulatory surgery is strongly preferred. • Skills: Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills in a dynamic environment. Equal Employment Opportunity & Workforce Diversity Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace and encourage all applicants to apply regardless of race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.