Avita Health System·Ontario, Ohio
Provide direct patient care to diverse populations within the surgical environment, coordinating closely with surgeons and anesthesia staff. Manage the readiness of the operating room by maintaining equipment and obtaining necessary supplies for cases.
Join Our Team at Avita Health System – Avita Ontario Hospital
Avita Health System is proud to serve the communities of Crawford and Richland counties through three hospitals and numerous clinic locations. Over the past few years, we’ve tripled in size, now employing over 2,300 team members and more than 200 physicians and advanced practitioners. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the people who depend on us.
We’re currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Surgery Department at our Ontario location.
Provides direct patient care to pediatric through geriatric patient populations.
Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment.
Communicates with surgeon and anesthesia staff continuously and as needed about patient condition.
Assists with the maintenance of surgical equipment and inventory.
Assesses operating room for equipment functioning and readiness, obtains supplies for individual cases and ensures all appropriate needs of surgical operating team are met.
Monitors, positions and assists patient during procedure.
Minimum of one year of work experience in an operating room.
Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio.
Current BLS & ACLS certifications.
Current PALS certification.
• Minimum of two – three years of work experience in the operating room.
Why Join the Avita Health System Team?
At Avita, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care to our communities. Whether you're on the front lines or behind the scenes, your work matters here.
Join a team that values your contributions and supports your career journey every step of the way.
Location: Avita Ontario Hospital – Surgery Department
Avita Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
M-F variable days with on call obligation 80 hours per pay period
Requires a current Ohio Registered Nurse license and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. A minimum of one year of operating room experience is required, with two to three years preferred.
Market context
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