Perioperative Orthopedic Nurse Circulator in Alpine, UT

Position Summary: As a vital member of our surgical team, the OR Circulator Nurse delivers top-tier perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing orthopedic surgeries in an outpatient environment. We seek a proactive and meticulous nurse who excels at anticipating the needs of surgeons while prioritizing patient safety and enhancing team coordination for streamlined operations.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients throughout their surgical experience, including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.
• Act as a patient advocate, ensuring their safety and comfort during the perioperative process.
• Carry out circulating duties during orthopedic procedures, adhering to strict safety protocols and maintaining sterility.
• Verify critical details including patient identity, surgical site, and consent prior to initiating procedures.
• Prepare and position patients while monitoring their status in collaboration with surgical and anesthesia teams.
• Ensure all necessary equipment, instruments, and implants are prepared, functional, and logged accurately.
• Work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and scrub techs to promote efficient case flows and minimize turnover times.
• Document patient information accurately and promptly in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Follow all infection control protocols and comply with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and help develop best practices for the operating room.
• Support colleagues in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized OR 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 beneficial
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of perioperative nursing experience required; orthopedic and ambulatory surgery experience highly preferred
• Skills: Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills, particularly in fast-paced environments

Benefits:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity: Our organization embraces equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on numerous factors such as race, color, creed, sex, religion, and more. We are dedicated to fostering workplace diversity and inclusivity.