Registered Nurse

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) Circulator

About the Role :

Focus on offering a high quality, service oriented environment for your surgical procedure. We are seeking an experienced Operating Room Circulator Registered Nurse (RN) to join our surgical team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in ophthalmology (particularly cataracts) and orthopedics. This position involves working across multiple service lines and requires a self-starter who can adapt quickly and work collaboratively with surgeons and the OR team.

Type : Full Time

Location : On-site in New Lenonx, IL

Shift : Monday - Friday 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30 PM (There are 3 Saturdays in December that they may ask them to work)

Pay : $40.00 - $43.00 / hr

Key Responsibilities :

The Registered Nurse Circulator provides nursing care and service during surgery cases.

Circulate in the OR for a variety of surgical procedures, with a focus on Eye (Cataract) and Orthopedic cases.

Prepare the OR suite before each procedure, ensuring all necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment are available.

Verify and gather supplies specific to each physician's preferences and case requirements.

Assist in patient preparation, positioning, and transfer as needed.

Maintain sterile field integrity and uphold infection control standards.

Participate in post-procedure room turnover and assist with cleaning (no housekeeping staff support).

Pull and prepare cases for the following day.

Communicate effectively with the surgical team, anesthesia providers, and support staff.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Qualifications :

Experience : A minimum of 1 year experience working as a Circulator.

Education : Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.

Licensure / Certification :

Active RN license in IL.

BLS and ACLS certification required.

Preferred Skills :

Experience in Ophthalmology (Cataracts) and Orthopedics preferred.

Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, aseptic technique, and OR protocols.

Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.

Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced environment.

Flexibility to assist across multiple service lines (25-30 cases per day, depending on acuity).

Willingness to participate in cleaning and turnover tasks as part of the surgical team.

• We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
• As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to : providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.