OSU Medical Center·Tulsa, Oklahoma
The orderly supports the perioperative nursing team by performing direct and indirect nursing tasks for surgical patients. Primary duties include patient transportation, maintaining O.R. supply levels, and ensuring sanitation using sterile and aseptic techniques.
Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse, the orderly participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team.
The surgical services orderly performs direct and indirect perioperative nursing tasks for patients having surgical procedures.
The primary focus of this position is patient transporation, maintenance of selected O.R. supply levels, and O.R. sanitation, strong emphasis on sterile and aseptic techniques.
The surgical services orderly performs all tasks in a manner that is cost effective without compromising quality of care, meets hospital continuing education requirements, upholds nursing services philosophy and objectives, contributes to organizational effectiveness, and demonstrates career growth and development.
The surgical services orderly takes assigned call including weekend shifts on a rotating basis with no more than 30 minutes response time.
Candidates must be a high school graduate or possess a GED. A Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required for this position.
Market context
Nursing roles in Oklahoma typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and community settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for reliable bedside skills, current or soon-to-be-obtained BLS certification, and the ability to meet basic education or experience requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your BLS timeline and tailor your application to match the experience level the posting asks for.
