Registered Nurse, Operating Room

OrthoVirginia•Lynchburg, VA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive. Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care. Sign On Bonus Available - $5,000 Operating Room Registered Nurse Full Time 10-hour Shifts | Hospital Environment Call | Holidays | Weekends At OrthoVirginia, stronger starts here—and it starts with you. Apply now to join our team! The Role: Our OR Nurses are integral to the surgical team, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care before, during, and after procedures. Acting as patient advocates, they ensure safe and efficient operations while addressing patient needs. In our state-of-the-art facility, they collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve exceptional outcomes and provide the highest quality of care.

Requirements

Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within OR Nursing
Knowledge and experience in the perioperative care of surgical patients
Knowledge of specialized equipment used in the OR
Excellent communication skills
Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, actual events or drills
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information
Degree from an accredited school of nursing
Current Nursing License
CPR Certification
2+ years Operating Room experience required

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and staff to provide effective case management.
Supervises and directs patient care in a single operating room.
Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively delegating activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members.
Assists with supply, drug, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability.
Addresses patient needs during admission to the operating room with attention to requirements specific to the outpatient setting.
Identifies the patient and correct surgical intervention according to Facility policy and communicates with all surgical team members.
Reviews the patient's medical record and needs to plan care with other health care team members.
Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient; maintains patient's privacy and dignity.
Explains intraoperative phase routine procedures and care to the patient.
Performs the circulating nurse's functions adhering to approved operating room procedures for the scheduled procedure.
Prepares operating room according to the procedure to be performed and patient needs.
Anticipates needs of the surgical team; assists anesthesia staff by supporting the patient during administration of anesthesia.
Provides continuity of patient care by communicating with other perioperative care personnel and documenting records appropriately.
Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician.
Documents patient care records and other forms accurately according to facility policy.