Oregon Operating Room Registered Nurse Circulator

Full-Time Permanent Position

A client hospital of IntelliStaff Medical is hiring an Operating Room Registered Nurse Circulator for a full-time, permanent position in Ontario, Oregon.

Experienced Operating Room nurses and qualified new graduate Registered Nurses may be considered.

This opportunity includes TN visa assistance for qualified Canadian and Mexican Registered Nurses, along with Oregon licensing assistance for North American nurses.

You will work as a direct employee of the client hospital and receive the compensation, benefits and professional opportunities that come with permanent hospital employment.

Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-time, permanent
• Department: Operating Room and Surgical Services
• Position: Registered Nurse Circulator
• Location: Ontario, Oregon
• Employer: Client hospital

Qualifications of an Operating Room RN Circulator

• Active Oregon Registered Nurse licence or eligibility for state licensing assistance
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• NCLEX-RN successfully completed
• Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required at the time of hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification required within six months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required within six months of hire
• Operating Room circulating or perioperative nursing experience preferred
• Qualified new graduate Registered Nurses may be considered
• Canadian or Mexican citizenship required for candidates seeking TN visa assistance
• Knowledge of sterile technique and surgical safety practices is an asset
• Strong assessment, organization and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to make sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Strong communication, teamwork and documentation skills

Responsibilities and Duties of an Operating Room RN Circulator

• Provide professional nursing care throughout the perioperative experience
• Serve as the primary patient advocate during surgical procedures
• Complete comprehensive physical and psychosocial patient assessments
• Verify patient identity, surgical consent, planned procedure and operative site
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualized perioperative nursing care plans
• Participate in surgical time-outs and established patient-safety procedures
• Coordinate surgical case flow and support efficient operating room preparation
• Maintain a safe surgical environment
• Monitor sterile technique and identify potential breaks in the sterile field
• Complete and verify surgical counts according to hospital policy
• Prepare and manage surgical equipment, instruments and supplies
• Assist with safe patient positioning and pressure-injury prevention
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments
• Evaluate patient responses to medications and clinical interventions
• Collect, label and manage surgical specimens accurately
• Document intraoperative care, medications, supplies and patient responses
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists and other clinical team members
• Communicate relevant patient information during clinical handoffs
• Provide nursing interventions to reduce pain and promote patient comfort
• Use patient-care equipment safely and competently
• Promote patients’ physical, emotional and spiritual well-being
• Maintain therapeutic and professional boundaries
• Use hospital resources and supplies responsibly
• Follow hospital safety policies, professional standards and perioperative protocols
• Practise according to the rules and regulations of the Oregon State Board of Nursing

About the Operating Room

The surgical services department provides perioperative care to patients undergoing a variety of inpatient and outpatient procedures.

Operating Room RN Circulators work closely with surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists and other members of the interdisciplinary team to promote safe and efficient surgical care.

Clinical responsibilities may include:

• Preoperative patient assessment and preparation
• Intraoperative patient advocacy
• Surgical safety verification
• Sterile-field monitoring
• Patient positioning and injury prevention
• Medication and specimen management
• Documentation of surgical care and supplies
• Coordination of surgical teams and operating room resources
• Safe transitions to post-anesthesia care

Professional Development

The hospital offers a structured professional development pathway for Registered Nurses.

• New graduate nurses begin at Level I and advance to Level II after successfully completing their first year and meeting department-specific competencies.
• Experienced Registered Nurses with at least one year of nursing experience generally begin at Level II.
• Eligible nurses may continue advancing through the organization’s professional development ladder.
• Education, competency development and mentorship help nurses build perioperative skills.

Why This Operating Room Position May Be Right for You

This position is well suited to a detail-oriented Registered Nurse who enjoys teamwork, patient advocacy and the organized pace of the surgical environment.

The ideal candidate:

• Maintains close attention to sterile technique and patient safety
• Communicates effectively with surgical and anesthesia professionals
• Makes sound decisions during changing clinical situations
• Remains organized while coordinating multiple surgical priorities
• Advocates confidently for patients who cannot advocate for themselves
• Values accurate documentation and responsible resource use
• Is committed to developing perioperative nursing competencies
• Works effectively as part of a close interdisciplinary team

Operating Room nursing rewards people who appreciate careful preparation, precise documentation and knowing exactly where every sponge went.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The client healthcare organization offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Mental health resources
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education
• Structured clinical advancement
• Career opportunities throughout a multi-state health system
• Supportive nursing and surgical leadership

Eligibility, coverage and program requirements will be reviewed during the interview and offer process.

About the Facility

This approximately 50-bed, acute-care, not-for-profit hospital serves communities throughout eastern Oregon and southwestern Idaho.

As a Level IV Trauma Center, the hospital provides initial evaluation, stabilization and coordinated transfer for patients requiring advanced trauma care.

The hospital provides a broad range of clinical services, including:

• Surgical and perioperative services
• Emergency and trauma care
• Medical-surgical nursing
• Orthopedic services
• Cardiac care
• Maternity services
• Neurology and telestroke services
• Rehabilitation
• Diagnostic and laboratory services

Registered Nurses benefit from the close working relationships of a community hospital while accessing education, resources and career opportunities through a larger, multi-state healthcare system.

About Ontario, Oregon

Located in eastern Oregon near the Idaho border, Ontario offers a smaller-community lifestyle with convenient access to Boise, Idaho, a major metropolitan centre with an international airport, shopping, entertainment and specialized services.

1. More Attainable Housing: Housing costs may be more manageable than in many larger Pacific Northwest metropolitan areas, although candidates should review current prices before relocating.
2. Outdoor Recreation: The surrounding region offers hiking, fishing, boating, camping and wildlife viewing.
3. Owyhee Recreation: The Owyhee Reservoir and surrounding canyon country provide opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking and scenic drives.
4. Access to Boise: Boise is approximately an hour away and offers an international airport, concerts, sporting events, shopping and dining.
5. Smaller-Community Lifestyle: The area offers shorter commutes and a more relaxed pace than many large urban centres.
6. Agricultural Region: Eastern Oregon and southwestern Idaho are known for farming, local produce, farmers’ markets and agricultural events.
7. Community Activities: Residents can enjoy festivals, cultural events, museums and community programs.
8. Four Distinct Seasons: The region experiences warm summers, cool winters and changing seasonal scenery.
9. Regional Exploration: Idaho’s mountains, hot springs, trails and recreation areas are accessible for day trips and weekends away.
10. Cross-Border Career Access: The location near Idaho provides access to healthcare facilities and professional opportunities in both states.

TN Visa and Licensing Assistance

IntelliStaff Medical assists qualified Canadian and Mexican Registered Nurses with the TN visa process. We also provide licensing support to help eligible nurses obtain the required Oregon RN licence.

Canadian and Mexican candidates must meet the applicable education, NCLEX-RN, state licensing and U.S. immigration requirements.

Apply Today

Apply today to learn more about this full-time Operating Room Registered Nurse Circulator position in Oregon. Qualified candidates will be contacted by IntelliStaff Medical to discuss the client hospital, compensation, benefits, licensing and TN visa process.

About IntelliStaff Medical:

At IntelliStaff Medical, we don’t just place registered nurses, we help dedicated healthcare professionals achieve their dreams and goals by connecting them to meaningful work in exciting places.
We do that by never losing sight of what’s important – people. Our team is passionate about providing our registered nurses and our client facilities with an exceptional, white-glove experience. We have national and global reach with robust service delivery, and we provide the one-to-one attention you’d expect from a boutique firm.