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Join the Magruder Team! $10,000 Sign on Bonus! About the Role 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. What You'll Do 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! 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 Magruder Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class under the law. Magruder Hospital is a Drug Free Workplace. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug screening, including screening for the presence of nicotine, satisfactory completion of background verification, and the results of a post-offer medical and physical examination.