Perioperative (OR Circulator) RN

The Perioperative (OR Circulator) RN is responsible for coordinating and managing safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care for surgical patients throughout the perioperative process including the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. They will provide support, education, direct care to patients, and act as a liaison between the surgical team and the patient families/support systems. Using comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to patient care, the perioperative nurse works closely with the entire surgical team. The perioperative registered nurse may serve as a: (1) Circulating Nurse, (2) 1st Scrub (Instrument) Nurse, or (3) 2nd Scrub (Assistant) Nurse depending on level of experience and training.

For more detailed information, please see full job description as linked on our website www.pagosaspringsmedicalcenter.org. Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an EEO employer.

• Education/Experience Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred. Two (2) years of experience working in the perioperative setting. Experience working in gastroenterology endoscopy lab preferred. Experience working in the scrub nurse role preferred. Experience in Sterile Processing preferred.
• Special Skills, Licenses or Certifications: Current RN licensure in Colorado or compact state in good standing. Required Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support). Preferred Certifications: ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support), CNOR (Certified Nurse in Operating Room), CRNFA (Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant). Preferred experience in Orthopedic, General, Gynecology, Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology surgical procedures. Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, Electronic Health Record )
• Compensation Range: $33.25 - $43.43 hourly
• Benefits: Benefits include generous PTO, sick leave, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and retirement plan with employer contribution
• Job Type: Full Time