5+ years of perioperative RN experience, with a focus on orthopedic surgery.
1-2 years of experience in an ambulatory surgery center preferred.
Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
Current, unrestricted RN license for Kansas is mandatory.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required (within 90 days of hire).
CNOR certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
Supervise daily operations of the Operating Room.
Serve as liaison between Pre-op and the Operating Room.
Coordinate communication between surgery and anesthesia teams for quality patient care.
Mentor and support perioperative staff, particularly newcomers in orthopedic surgery.
Ensure availability and management of instruments and implants for scheduled cases, coordinating with vendors.
Oversee medication management and adherence to DEA and facility policies.
Uphold patient rights and confidentiality standards at all times.
Promote a culture of teamwork and patient-centered care.
Benefits
Rich PTO accruals
6 company-paid holidays
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) plan with company match
Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
Additional optional benefits available
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced OR Charge Nurse to oversee the daily OR scheduling and room assignments to maximize efficiency across all four orthopedic suites. Including coordination with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists to ensure on-time case starts and efficient room turnover.
This position requires the ability to stand and remain on feet for the majority of a shift (8-10+ hours) in an OR environment, frequently required to reach, bend, stoop, and assist with patient positioning and surgical table adjustments and the ability to lift and maneuver surgical equipment, instrument trays, and implant systems; team lift required for bariatric or complex positioning.
Responsibilities
Supervises day to day operations of the Operating Room
Liaison between Pre-op and OR
Liaison between surgery and anesthesia to facilitate patient care
Mentor and support perioperative staff, particularly those new to ambulatory orthopedic surgery.
Monitor and manage instrument, equipment, and implant availability for each scheduled orthopedic case; coordinate proactively with vendor representatives for orthopedic hardware (total joint, spine, sports medicine, trauma).
Oversee proper medication management, including controlled substance handling and documentation per DEA requirements and facility policy.
Uphold patient rights, confidentiality requirements (HIPAA), and privacy standards at all times.
Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and patient-centered care
Experience
Minimum 5 years of perioperative RN experience required; orthopedic surgical experience required.
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) setting preferred.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Kansas required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required (or must obtain within 90 days of hire).
