Position Overview 

We are seeking three (3) experienced Operating Room Registered Nurses (OR RNs) to provide high-quality perioperative care to patients undergoing surgical procedures at the Atlanta VA Health System. The OR RNs will function both independently and under the guidance of the Nurse Manager or designee, ensuring surgical asepsis, patient safety, and collaboration with surgeons and anesthesia care providers. The ideal candidates must be proficient in circulating and scrubbing roles and demonstrate expertise in managing surgical procedures across multiple specialties.

Key Responsibilities 

• Perform routine circulating and scrub nurse duties, including:
  • Proper aseptic technique and sterile field maintenance
  • Assisting in OR setup and room preparation
  • Operating OR lights and tables
  • Conducting sponge, sharps, and instrument counts
  • Documenting surgical interventions and patient responses
• Provide patient safety by adhering to OR safety protocols and universal precautions.
• Monitor and maintain OR supplies, equipment, and emergency materials.
• Work collaboratively with surgical teams to facilitate efficient case management.
• Assist with emergency procedures and provide critical interventions as needed.

Please Note:

• All candidates must submit three (3) professional work references representing at least two employers at the time of resume submission. References should include name, title, organization, email address, and phone number.
• All rates are all-inclusive. This includes base pay, overtime, holiday pay, shift differentials, and any other applicable costs unless otherwise specified in writing.

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum three (3) years of recent operating room experience, with no more than a six-month gap in practice.
• Graduate of a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE.
• Current, unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state.
• Associates degree or diploma considered with valid license and relevant experience.
• Active certifications from the American Heart Association: 
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) 
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 
• Ability to perform both scrub and circulate duties in an OR setting.
• Experience managing surgical procedures in various specialties, such as:
  • General surgery
  • Orthopedics
  • Neurosurgery
  • Vascular surgery
  • ENT surgery
  • GU surgery
  • Eye surgery
  • Bronchoscopy procedures
  • Abdominal and rectal surgery
  • Thoracic surgery
• Strong understanding of perioperative patient care and aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with OR mechanical equipment and troubleshooting OR-related issues.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent scrub experience.
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification through the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI).
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and OR staff.
• Previous experience in a VA healthcare environment.
• Ability to manage complex surgical cases and adapt to varying procedural demands.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support less-experienced OR staff.