RN, Surgery, PRN

Magruder Hospital is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room to join our Surgical Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering safe, effective, and high-quality patient-centered care throughout the perioperative experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Operating Room Nurse, Perioperative RN, or Surgical Services RN who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is committed to exceptional patient outcomes.

• Perioperative Patient Care
• Develop individualized perioperative plans of care for surgical patients
• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care throughout the surgical experience
• Protect patients from procedural, environmental, and equipment-related risks
• Administer medications accurately and safely according to established protocols
• Monitor and support patient physiological status before, during, and after procedures
• Implement interventions to prevent surgical site infections and maintain normothermia
• Provide age-appropriate, culturally competent, and ethically sound patient care
• Evaluate patient outcomes and modify care plans as appropriate Surgical Services & Operating Room Support
• Function effectively as a circulating nurse during surgical procedures
• Anticipate and respond to the needs of surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff
• Assist anesthesia providers during induction, intubation, emergence, and access procedures
• Ensure accurate specimen handling and documentation according to policy
• Perform surgical counts to prevent retained surgical items
• Maintain aseptic technique in accordance with AORN guidelines
• Prepare, clean, and turnover operating rooms between procedures Patient Safety & Quality
• Verify patient identity using approved identifiers and established safety protocols
• Participate in surgical "Time Out" procedures to ensure procedural accuracy
• Advocate for patient rights, safety, privacy, and dignity
• Participate in quality improvement and performance improvement initiatives
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission and regulatory standards
• Support a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement Clinical Equipment & Sterilization
• Operate and maintain surgical equipment safely and effectively
• Demonstrate proficiency with electrocautery units, IV pumps, tourniquets, and monitoring equipment
• Utilize positioning equipment appropriately to ensure patient safety
• Maintain knowledge of surgical instruments, supplies, and preference cards
• Support instrument processing, sterilization, and biological monitoring activities Documentation & Collaboration
• Document patient care accurately, completely, and timely within the electronic medical record
• Communicate patient status effectively using SBAR communication techniques
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately according to nursing standards and scope of practice
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor to new staff and peers when needed Our Culture & Values At Magruder Hospital, our work is guided by Integrity, Ownership, Compassion, and Respect. We are committed to providing exceptional patient care while fostering a supportive environment where team members can grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact every day. Work Environment This is a 100% onsite position. Apply Today! Requirements Required
• Diploma or Associate Degree from an accredited school of nursing
• Current Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum one year of nursing experience in a hospital setting
• Strong patient assessment, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies
• Experience using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• At least one year of recent perioperative nursing experience
• Previous circulating and/or scrub nursing experience
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Knowledge of AORN standards and best practices