Job Overview
Circulating nurses are essential members of any healthcare team. They are responsible for maintaining a safe and sterile environment throughout the surgical procedure and providing care to patients before, during, and after surgery. The role of circulating nurse is multi-faceted and requires critical thinking, excellent communication, and clinical judgement. The requirements of a circulating nurse are high, and those interested in the position must possess a professional certification and possess advanced clinical knowledge. This page provides a detailed job description for circulating nurses, outlining the duties, qualifications, and skills necessary for the position.Circulating Nurse Responsibilities & Duties
- Prepare the operating room with necessary equipment and supplies
- Monitor the surgical team to maintain a sterile environment
- Assist in positioning the patient safely before the surgery
- Verify patient information and surgical site before the procedure begins
- Document all aspects of the surgical procedure in the patient’s chart
- Coordinate with anesthesia providers to ensure patient safety
- Manage the flow of the operating room and anticipate the surgical team’s needs
- Handle specimens taken during surgery and ensure proper labeling and documentation
Circulating Nurse Qualifications & Skills
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Experience in operating room or surgical nursing preferred
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Strong understanding of sterile techniques and surgical procedures
- Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Familiarity with regional and general anesthesia techniques
- Adherence to hospital policies and procedures
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- And more!
Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity
Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment 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. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.