Sovereign Health systems·Oradell, New Jersey
The Circulating Nurse ensures a safe and sterile operating room environment by coordinating with the surgical team and managing patient care. Responsibilities include preparing equipment, monitoring the sterile field, and accurately documenting all intraoperative events.
The Circulating Nurse plays a critical role in the operating room by ensuring a safe, efficient, and sterile environment during surgical procedures.
This position involves coordinating with the surgical team to manage patient care before, during, and after surgery, while maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols.
The Circulating Nurse is responsible for preparing the operating room, verifying surgical instruments and supplies, and documenting all aspects of the procedure accurately.
This role requires vigilance to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond promptly to any changes in patient status or surgical conditions.
Ultimately, the Circulating Nurse contributes significantly to positive surgical outcomes and patient safety through expert coordination and communication.
Availability on Wednesdays is a requirement for this role.
Candidates must hold a valid RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and have prior experience in an operating room environment. A CNOR credential and proficiency with EMR systems are preferred.
Market context
New Jersey nursing jobs typically see steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, with new graduate nurses often eligible to apply. Competition can be strong because employers look for accredited nursing education, licensure readiness, and flexibility around shifts, while benefits such as tuition reimbursement, sign-on bonuses, and retirement plans can make offers more attractive. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and highlight any clinical rotations or patient-care experience in your application.
