Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room

Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room / Pre-Op / PACU

Position Summary

Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, and highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our surgical team. This role is responsible for providing exceptional patient care throughout all phases of the surgical experience, including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-anesthesia recovery care.

The ideal candidate is a critical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment, maintains the highest standards of patient safety and sterile technique, and demonstrates excellent teamwork and communication skills. This individual will work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and clinical staff to ensure outstanding patient outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Pre-Operative Responsibilities

• Admit and prepare patients for surgical procedures

• Perform comprehensive admission assessments and collect patient medical history

• Verify patient readiness for surgery, including NPO status and required documentation

• Start intravenous lines and administer pre-operative medications as ordered

• Provide patient education and address questions or concerns prior to surgery

• Assist in safely transferring patients to the operating room

Intra-Operative Responsibilities

• Maintain a sterile and safe operating room environment

• Assist surgeons and surgical teams during procedures as the circulating nurse

• Monitor patients throughout surgical procedures and communicate changes in condition

• Ensure all surgical equipment and instruments are functioning properly and readily available

• Adhere to all infection prevention, aseptic, and safety protocols

• Accurately document all intra-operative patient care and surgical activities

• Supervise and support surgical technologists and medical assistants during procedures

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Responsibilities

• Monitor patients during post-operative recovery for pain control, airway stability, bleeding, and anesthesia-related complications

• Assess and document patient responses to treatment and recovery progress

• Complete discharge instructions and provide post-operative patient education

• Safely escort patients upon discharge

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with room turnover and terminal cleaning procedures

• Prepare operating rooms for upcoming procedures

• Maintain inventory and stock surgical supplies as needed

• Assist with chart audits and quality assurance initiatives

• Support compliance with QUAD A accreditation standards

• Participate in maintaining a positive, collaborative team environment

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

• Previous Operating Room and/or PACU experience preferred

• Experience as a circulating nurse strongly preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Current and active Georgia RN License or Compact State License

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS Certification

• CNOR Certification preferred but not required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills

• Excellent understanding of sterile technique and surgical safety standards

• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a collaborative team

• Proficient with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating daily patient care assignments

• Delegate responsibilities appropriately to support staff based on skill level and patient needs

• Support team collaboration and efficient workflow within the surgical department

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position requires prolonged standing, walking, lifting, bending, and assisting with patient transfers throughout the workday. The employee may be exposed to surgical equipment, sharp instruments, cleaning agents, and other medical substances commonly found in a surgical environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.