OR Circulator RN - Ophthalmology ASC - Full benefits, day shift, paid maternity leave, NO weekends, NO evenings, NO call!

Circulator Role

• Performs scrub duties as necessary.
• Maintains count on sponges, needles and instruments to ensure no loss of items according to policy.
• Performs all circulating duties with efficiency.
• Supervises and assists Scrub Nurse as needed.
• Positions patient, prepares operative area, and adjusts table to proper position according to standard policies.
• Has all supplies and equipment in room and provides to team as needed.
• Opens all sterile packs and supplies according to aseptic technique.
• Assists Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, and other personnel as needed.
• Observes patient for changes in condition.
• Reviews Surgeon’s preference cards for desired medications and verifies same with Surgeon.
• Ensures all medications are administered and charted according to established policies and procedures.
• Identifies and records patient’s response to medication when necessary.
• Cares for specimens and cultures as directed by set policies and procedures.
• Accompanies patient to PACU and gives report to Post-Op Nurse.
• Assists in control and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Records use of equipment and method directed.
• Checks rooms, material and equipment for proper care and handling.
• Ensures clean, safe environment through continued alertness to safety and aseptic techniques.
• Assists in control of traffic and personnel to ensure proper control of infection and asepsis.

Qualifications

• Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.
• Ability to respond to emergent situations.
• Demonstrates a positive, friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Maintains effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and other staff.
• Able to work within a team.
• Good communication skills: oral and written.
• Has the ability to be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
• Ability to work independently and within a group.
• Attendance: Arrives to work area on time and has minimal absences. Observes assigned work schedules and hours.

• Education and/Or experience
• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required
• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
• One year of previous nursing experience in at least one of the following settings is preferred: Operating Room, surgical, ambulatory surgical center (ASC), Pre/Post-Op, PACU, ICU, Medical Surgical or Telemetry

• Licenses and credentials
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) Virginia or Compact License required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred

• Systems and technology
• Should have knowledge of Amkai Office and Amkai Charts Database software
• Knowledge of patient monitoring and emergency equipment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Printer, copier, telephone and fax

• Physical requirements
• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

Perks

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Optical Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Base Pay

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.