OR Circulating Nurse

Join the OrthoNC Team

OrthoNC is seeking an experienced OR Circulating Nurse to support our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) team. This role supports patient care activities throughout the perioperative process, ensuring safety and high-quality outcomes for patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• Assess patient and family understanding of surgical procedures and provide perioperative education.
• Perform preoperative patient assessments, review surgeon preference cards, and prepare equipment/supplies.
• Administer medications safely and accurately.
• Position patients appropriately using aids to ensure safety, comfort, and prevention of complications.
• Perform surgical prep per protocol and surgeon preference.
• Handle and document specimens per policy.
• Conduct sponge, sharps, and instrument counts; initiate corrective action when necessary.
• Maintain aseptic technique and infection control standards, taking corrective action when breaks occur.
• Ensure operating suites are clean, stocked, and properly maintained.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and report issues with surgical instruments and equipment.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and prepare equipment and supplies accordingly.
• Document patient care and perioperative processes accurately.
• Participate in quality initiatives and process improvement efforts.
• Mentor and precept new staff members, sharing knowledge and supporting team development.

Competencies

• Teamwork Orientation
• Technical Capacity
• Collaboration Skills
• Communication Proficiency
• Thoroughness
• Time Management
• Patient Focus
• Flexibility

Required Education and Experience

• Current North Carolina RN License
• BLS certification
• Minimum of 2+ years of operating room nursing experience
• Working knowledge and experience in a hospital or ASC operating room
• Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately
• Ability to utilize resources in a timely, organized, and cost-effective manner

Preferred Education and Experience

• CNOR certification
• Experience in scrubbing and circulating orthopaedic procedures

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid holidays and PTO

Work Environment & Schedule

• Use of operating room machinery, autoclaves, sterilizers, and patient monitors
• Ability to stand for long periods, lift/carry up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transport

Apply Now

If you are a detail-oriented OR Circulating Nurse who thrives in the operating room and values teamwork, we encourage you to apply today. Please submit your cover letter, résumé, and references to the email provided.

Learn more at www.orthonc.com

OrthoNC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.65 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person