Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) – Thornton, CO

Desort
  • Thornton, Colorado
  • Autofill and Review
30+ days ago

Job Description

Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) – Thornton, CO

A healthcare organization is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join its surgical services team. This opportunity is ideal for nursing professionals who are passionate about perioperative care, patient safety, and collaborating with surgical teams to deliver exceptional clinical outcomes.

About the Role

The Operating Room RN plays a vital role in supporting patients throughout the surgical experience. Working alongside surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals, this position is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality care before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare patients for surgical procedures through comprehensive assessments and preoperative care

  • Verify patient information, surgical procedures, and operative sites according to established safety protocols

  • Administer medications, intravenous therapies, and treatments as prescribed

  • Assist with surgical procedures while maintaining a sterile and safe operating environment

  • Monitor patient status throughout the perioperative process and respond appropriately to changes in condition

  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to coordinate patient care

  • Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and thoroughly

  • Educate patients and family members regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative care

  • Ensure compliance with infection prevention standards, patient safety measures, and regulatory requirements

  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives designed to enhance surgical outcomes and patient experiences

Qualifications

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for licensure

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program

  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

  • Previous operating room or perioperative nursing experience preferred

  • Advanced life support certifications preferred or ability to obtain

  • Strong critical-thinking, organizational, and communication skills

  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Comprehensive health and wellness coverage

  • Retirement savings opportunities

  • Paid time off and leave programs

  • Continuing education and certification assistance

  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

  • Employee wellness resources

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume to:

 Careers@desortstaffing.com

Please complete the online application to be considered.

For more information, please contact:

Laura M.Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistCareers@desortstaffing.com

Equal Opportunity EmployerThis dental organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Numbers & Facts

LocationThornton, Colorado

Skills

  • Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
  • Anesthesiologyunmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Clinical Outcomesunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • Intravenous Therapiesunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Nursing Credentialsunmatched
  • Operating Room Nursingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Patient Safetyunmatched
  • Perioperative Nursingunmatched
  • Prescription Drugsunmatched
  • Quality Assuranceunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
  • Surgical Proceduresunmatched

Level up your application

Professional resume templates

Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

Free resume templates

Resume Builder

Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

Resume Builder