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Cedarhillregional lists this Registered Nurse - Operating Room opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full‑service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system will establish a robust network of care for all District residents and ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community.
This full‑service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500‑car garage and a helipad for emergency transport.
Operating Room Registered Nurse (Full Time‑Days)
The Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) is responsible for providing direct patient care throughout the perioperative process, including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of surgery. The OR RN collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality patient care in the surgical environment.
Responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for surgical patients
Prepare operating rooms with necessary instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies
Verify patient identity, procedure, surgical site, and consent prior to surgery
Maintain sterile technique and infection prevention standards throughout procedures
Function in the role of circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse during surgical procedures
Monitor patient condition and respond appropriately to changes during surgery
Assist surgeons and procedural teams during operative procedures
Ensure accurate documentation of patient care, surgical counts, medications, and implants
Coordinate with anesthesia providers and postoperative care teams for smooth patient transitions
Advocate for patient safety and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
Participate in emergency response situations within the surgical setting
Maintain knowledge of surgical equipment, instruments, and advanced technology
Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures and postoperative expectations
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education activities
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
DC RN License required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Minimum of 2 years of Operating Room or perioperative nursing experience preferred
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
CNOR certification preferred
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
Who can apply
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