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Registered Nurse - Operating Room

RN · OR

Posted Jun 24

Shift
Days
Unit
OR

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days
Weekends
No weekends
Term
Permanent
On the floor
Floating required · No call
Setting
Ambulatory Surgery
Accepts
RN
More role details
Experience
2+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
$8/hr below the median
This role$38/hr
Operating Room in Texas$45/hr

The median for Operating Room in Texas is $45/hr, across 18 postings.

About this role

We’re looking for an Operating Room nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. You’ll help coordinate care and keep surgeries running safely and efficiently—while working alongside colleagues who respect your expertise and support your success.

Our surgery center fosters a collaborative culture where every team member is valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. If you’re looking for a workplace that prioritizes patient care, professional development, and a healthy work-life balance, we’d love to have you join us.

Position Summary

The OR nurse serves as the vital connection between the surgical team and the rest of the facility during procedures. This role involves coordinating patient care, maintaining safety and sterility, and supporting the surgical team in delivering exceptional outcomes.

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Our center operates on a teamwork model. Team members may be cross-trained in other clinical areas and are expected to assist in various duties as staffing and patient needs evolve.

Duties and Responsibilities

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Follow Center policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards. Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to Universal Precautions.

Serve as the patient’s advocate and safety monitor throughout each procedure. Ensure adherence to established protocols, procedures, and surgical schedules. Assess and monitor the quality of care delivered in the operating room.

Oversee and maintain operating room equipment and supply inventory. Facilitate operative procedures through alert observation and accurate documentation. Perform patient assessments, record vital signs, and report abnormalities as appropriate.

Conduct pre- and post-operative education and coordinate care plans. Safely prepare, document, and administer medications as ordered. Support and supervise nonprofessional personnel as needed.

Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and all surgical staff. Participate in ongoing quality assurance and professional development initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of employment
  • Minimum of two (2) years of operating room experience preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
  • Certified Nurse – Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred

What We Offer

No nights, weekends, or on-call requirements Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability and life insurance A variety of ancillary benefits supporting your health and financial well-being A positive, team-based environment focused on collaboration, safety, and professional respect

Be Part of Something Exceptional

If you’re a detail-oriented OR Circulator who values teamwork, patient safety, and excellence in care, we invite you to apply. Join a surgery center that takes pride not only in its outcomes, but also in the people who make them possible.

*This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not represent a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications that may be required.*

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Requirements

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of employment
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of employment
  • Minimum of two (2) years of operating room experience preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
  • Certified Nurse – Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred

Benefits

  • No nights, weekends, or on-call requirements
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance

Place

City
San Antonio, Texas
Median rent
$1,324/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$65,056/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
5% below the national average

San Antonio area index 94.7, where 100 is the national average.

San Antonio blends rich Tex-Mex culture, historic missions, and a laid-back river city feel. The famous River Walk winds through downtown, while the Pearl District offers trendy dining and lofts. With no state income tax, major hospital systems, and warm weather year-round, it's an affordable, welcoming spot for nurses seeking authentic South Texas charm.

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Huebner Ambulatory Surgery Center
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Huebner Ambulatory Surgery Center is an ambulatory surgery center located in San Antonio, Texas (ZIP 78240). The facility performs outpatient surgical procedures and hires nursing staff across multiple specialty areas, including Operating Room, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, and Pre-Op/PACU. The center…

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