Provide safe, patient-centered nursing care within a fast-paced operating room across various surgical specialties. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, implementing individualized care plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary surgical team.
Requirements summary
Requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing and a valid Registered Nurse license, with 1-2 years of relevant surgery or OR experience. Candidates must obtain a BSN within 5 years of hire and hold BLS certification.
The Operating Room at TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital is a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment where skilled professionals work seamlessly across diverse surgical specialties including general surgery, urology, vascular, robotics, orthopedics, neurosurgery, gynecology, ENT, and plastics, to deliver exceptional, patient‑centered care.
Our team thrives on communication, strong interdisciplinary relationships, and a culture rooted in trust and mutual support.
We take pride in fostering a robust learning environment for both new graduates and experienced nurses, offering comprehensive training in surgical techniques, instrumentation, sterile field management, and advanced technologies.
Staff are encouraged to pursue professional growth through certifications such as CNOR and specialty surgical training, supported by engagement with organizations like AORN.
The OR combines technical excellence, continuous learning, and a strong team identity to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care for every patient.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Collaborative, collegial environment with strong nurse‑physician partnerships.
Opportunity to sharpen rapid assessment and decision‑making skills in a fast‑moving OR setting
Autonomy to apply holistic, evidence‑based nursing care across diverse patient populations.
Support for professional development, including BSN attainment and specialty certification.
A culture that prioritizes patient dignity, safety, and the voices of frontline nurses.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Retirement Plans
Student Loan Repayment
Incentives & Benefits
In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement as well as student loan repayment options—this role offers career growth opportunities.
New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire. (Required)
Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant surgery/OR nursing experience required
Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs at various stages of the life cycle
Registered Nurse Required
ACLS PALS may be required but is dependent on unit or department Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Job Responsibilities
Perform initial and ongoing patient/family assessments and document per guidelines.
Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care based on patient needs and expected outcomes.
Provide safe, ethical, patient‑centered care while supporting dignity, diversity, and autonomy.
Prioritize care based on patient condition and unit needs.
Safely administer medications and treatments; perform technical skills per policy.
Recognize and respond to emergencies, initiating appropriate interventions.
Evaluate patient responses to care and revise plans in collaboration with the care team.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
Supervise delegated tasks and ensure quality care delivery.
Participate in organizational activities such as committees, staff meetings, and unit initiatives.
Support student learning and staff development; serve in leadership roles as needed.
Maintain professional competence through continuing education and self‑assessment.
Build collaborative, collegial relationships across the healthcare team.
Identify and act on opportunities for process improvement.
Other Job-Related Information
The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speaks to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advancement of degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice, and all nurses to foster, support and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.
Working Conditions
Bending - Frequently
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing
Conversation - Consistently
Hearing
Other Sounds - Consistently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Consistently
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently
Pulling - Consistently
Pushing - Consistently
Reaching - Consistently
Sitting - Occasionally
Standing - Consistently
Stooping - Consistently
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Consistently
Visual Acuity
Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity
Near - Consistently
Walking - Consistently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve
ALWAYS…
Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel
ALWAYS…
Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect
ALWAYS…
Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value
ALWAYS…
Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage
ALWAYS…
Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
Job Keywords: OR, Surgery, Perioperative Staff RN, Registered Nurse, Nursing, Hospital, General Surgery
