Registered Nurse
Job Description
We are hiring an experienced Operating Room RN to provide essential perioperative care to Veterans undergoing surgical procedures. This is a unique opportunity to work with a supportive surgical team in a high-acuity, multi-specialty operating room within the Atlanta VA Health System.
Key Responsibilities:
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Serve as a circulating and scrub nurse across surgical specialties: general, ortho, neuro, vascular, ENT, GU, eye, bronchoscopy, abdominal, thoracic.
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Ensure aseptic technique, perform instrument counts, operate OR equipment, and document all interventions.
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Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff for efficient case management.
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Respond to emergencies with calm and precision, adhering to safety protocols and universal precautions.
Qualifications:
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Minimum 3 years of recent OR experience, with less than 6 months gap in practice.
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Graduate of ACEN or CCNE-accredited nursing program.
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Active RN license in any U.S. state.
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AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required.
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Proficiency in both scrub and circulate roles.
Preferred:
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BSN degree.
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CNOR certification.
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VA healthcare experience.
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Leadership and mentorship experience in OR settings.
Required Submission:
Three (3) professional references from at least two employers.