USPI·Portland, Oregon
The Registered Nurse Operating Room Circulator manages the procedure room and coordinates with physicians to ensure successful patient outcomes. Responsibilities include prepping rooms, administering medications under sedation policy, and monitoring patient care throughout procedures.
East Portland Surgery Center is looking for a Registered Nurse Operating Room Circulator to join the team!
East Portland Surgery Center is one of Portland’s leading multi-specialty surgery centers, performing cases in pain management, GI, general surgery, orthopedics, urology, plastics, ophthalmology, gynecology, ENT & Spine. Our facility is accredited by Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).
The Registered Nurse Operating Room Circulator is responsible for all patient care in the procedure room and working with the physician to deliver a successful procedure and outcome for the patient. Duties include - managing procedure room(s) to ensure the rooms are prepped and ready for patients, including room turnovers, stocking supplies, cleaning, safely monitors and documents care of patients in accordance with policy and procedure and guidelines of care; supports and assists the physicians with care of the patient throughout the procedure.
Monday-Friday daytime work schedule
NO call required
NO Nights, NO Weekends, NO Holiday work hours
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current Oregon RN license and BLS/ACLS certifications. A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Operating Room RN is required.
Market context
In Oregon, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with acute-care experience and current licensure. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license, BLS certification, and prior experience, with added value for those who can complete NIH Stroke Scale certification quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of recent patient-care experience before applying.